DEONTAY WILDER has been backed to beat Anthony Joshua by the Brit’s former sparring partner David Price.
Promoter Eddie Hearn has been in talks with Wilder’s manager Shelly Finkel and indicated an end of year blockbuster could be in play.
Deontay Wilder has been backed to beat Anthony Joshua by David Price
Anthony Joshua is coming off consecutive losses to Oleksandr Usyk
It came after he talked down AJ returning straight into a super-fight with his American rival, who knocked out Robert Helenius, 38, in October.
A month before the first-round finish, Joshua, 33, lost for the second time in 11 months to Oleksandr Usyk, 35, and is yet to return since.
It leaves Price – who once knocked out a then-amateur champion AJ in 2011 – backing Wilder to win.
He told iD Boxing: “I’d have to say Wilder.
“I just think he’s less emotionally damaged especially after his win over Robert Helenius, it was back to normal for him, back to business.
“Whereas Joshua is more of a thinker and puts more pressure on himself to perform.
“He’s a perfectionist and it’s a terrible trait for a sportsman because you can say you’re a perfectionist and that’s good but when nothing less than perfect satisfies you, that’s when it becomes a problem that you’re never satisfied and you’re never happy with your performance.
“Wilder’s almost raw still, he doesn’t care how it looks, it’s about getting the job done and I think that will tell in the fight.
“He will let his hands go more and be less tentative and that will be what wins the fight.”
Joshua is expected to return in April against a top 15 rated contender before eyeing a summer rematch with Dillian Whyte, 34, who he beat in 2015.
It would set AJ up for a cracker against Wilder, 37, to see the year out, something retired Price, 39, is a fan of
He said: “I’d build back up, one more defeat could be a disaster for him.
“The Dillian Whyte fight makes sense… then he can look at fighting maybe Fury, Wilder, there are loads of good fights out there.”
David Price retired from boxing in 2021
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I defend my boxing skills by myself?
Boxing is the oldest known martial art. Boxing is also considered to be one of the hardest sports to play. You can’t just punch someone and knock him out. You must be able defend yourself from kicks and punches.
Locate a boxing club near you. After you have found a great place to train, you will need gloves and headgear. Gloves protect your hands while the headgear protects your head. You will also need shorts and a shirt.
Once you have all your equipment, you need to heat up. Begin slowly, then gradually increase your speed. If you feel ready, get on the bag and start sparring with another boxer. If you fail, don’t be discouraged. Don’t worry if you miss. Just keep trying until it works.
How to defend yourself:
Protect your head when you are being attacked. It is your goal to not get punched. You need to be able to block an incoming punch in order to avoid getting punched. Here are the steps:
- Square your shoulders and stand tall.
- Keep your elbows straight up.
- Block the incoming punch with your forearm.
- Counterattack immediately.
- Continue blocking until you see the attacker run away.
- Don’t give up on your defense.
What are the 7 punches used in boxing?
The seven punches used in boxing include the jab (cross), hook, uppercut; straight right; left hook; and body shot. These punches are used for attacking the opponent’s body, head, and legs.
What is the average time it takes to learn to box.
Boxing is one among the oldest martial arts known. China was home to the first ever boxing match, which took place around 2200 BC. Boxing has existed for thousands upon thousands of generations. Boxing is still a popular sport among celebrities and athletes. However, it takes around 10 to learn how to box.
The reason why it takes so long to learn boxing is because it involves many different types of movements. Each movement requires a specific set of muscles to work properly. It takes time to train these muscles.
However, once you know how to move your entire body, you can then start any type of boxing technique. As you get more proficient at each technique, you will be able to improve your skills.
How long does it take to learn boxing?
Learning boxing takes around 3 months. This includes learning basic skills like footwork and stance. Boxing isn’t just about throwing punches. You must also learn to block and dodge attacks.
How long does it take for boxers to train each day?
Boxing trainers usually work out at least 4 hours a day. They also study boxing techniques and learn new moves. Boxers can spar up to 10 times per week.
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How To
Here are the Basic Skills of Boxing
How to box efficiently
Boxing has become a very popular sport. It is a fight between two opponents. Boxing rules vary from one country or another. There are three types: Amateur, Professional, or Olympic boxing.
Amateur boxing usually takes place at school, college and university. This type includes sparring sessions using padded gloves, but without protection. Amateur boxing competitions typically last for three rounds, each lasting five minutes. There are many styles to amateur boxing like Kickboxing. Muay Thai. Taekwondo. Karate. Judo. Wrestling.
Boxing is typically practiced in clubs, stadiums or gyms. They wear protective equipment such as mouthpiece, nose guard, shin guards, elbow pads, knee pads, waist belt and groin protector. Professional boxing competitions consist of six rounds lasting four minutes each. There are many styles of professional boxing: Boxing, MMA (Mixed Martial Arts), Kickboxing and Muay Thai.
Olympic boxing can be seen at the Olympics. Boxers wear special protective gear, which must conform to international standards. The competition lasts approximately three minutes for each round. Olympic boxing can be divided into two types: Light Flyweight (Heavyweight) and Heavyweight (Light Flyweight).
Boxing is based on the following skills:
- Punching techniques
- Guarding techniques
- Footwork
- Stance
- Moving your body
- Defense
- Combination
- Rotation
- Spare parts
Punching Techniques
There are seven types: Left Hook (right hook), Right Hook (uppercut), Cross (cross), Straight, Overhand, Underhand. Each punch is unique. Some punches require more strength than others. For example, an uppercut is a powerful punch. A straight punch on the other side requires less power, but is more effective than other punches.
There are also different combinations. These are combinations of punches which work together to achieve a goal. An entire combination could have several parts. A left hook followed with a right-cross will cause injury to the opponent’s jaw.
Guard Techniques
Boxers protect themselves by protecting their bodies. He does this by using his legs.
Legs
Boxers should use the legs to protect themselves against kicks. He raises his leg when he is hit with a kick and then moves away from the opponent. To avoid being kicked on the sides, he bends at his knees when the attacker strikes from the front. However, if the attack comes from behind, he stands up straight and blocks the kick with his foot.
Elbows
Elbow strikes are very effective because they inflict much pain. You can either deliver an elbow strike directly, or indirectly. Directly means that you hit your opponent with your forearm while indirectly means that you hit him with another part of your arm.
Hands
Boxers use their hands as a shield against incoming punches. Boxers raise their fists to block incoming blows and then move in the direction of the attacker’s attack. They then make contact with their attacker’s fist.
Knees
Boxers who are subject to a punch to their stomachs, abdomens, or chests should bend at the knees to absorb the impact. Knee strikes are often used for defense purposes.
Feet
If he is being attacked, a boxer must take a step back and counter-attack. This way, he can gain distance between himself and his opponent. A boxer must also maintain his balance when responding to an opponent’s counter-attack.
Stances
Boxing effectively requires a boxer to have a good stance. How he defends his self will depend on how he stances. It defines where he faces his opponent and how he positions his body. Boxers can take many different stances. These are some of our most favorite:
- Low stance
- High stance
- Southpaw stance
- Western stance
Body Movement
To win a fight, a fighter must move around the opponent. This means changing your speed, position and rhythm.
Rotation
Rotating his arm to increase the puncher’s reach is a key part of boxing. You can rotate at different speeds depending upon the punch.
Combinations
The effectiveness of a combination depends on the timing of each individual punch. A good combination starts with a strong punch and ends with a weak one.
Spare parts
Sparring, a boxing practice session, is designed to improve your boxing skills. Sparring is a training session that helps a boxer train his mind and body. In conclusion, the purpose of sparring is to learn how to fight and not get hurt.
To sum it all, boxing requires patience and dedication. To be a better boxer you need to train hard.
