FRANK WARREN has played down the boxing quality of Jake Paul and Tommy Fury ahead of their much-anticipated fight.
The fight – billed as The Truth – will take place between the two on Sunday at the Diriyah Arena, Diriyah, Saudi Arabia.
Tommy Fury is set to face YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul
Paul has won six out of six fights
Frank Warren has played down their quality as fighters
They are set for eight scheduled rounds at a catchweight of 185lb.
Paul, 26, goes into the fight as a YouTuber turned boxer and has won all six of his fights.
Fury, 23, – the brother of icon Tyson Fury – has won eight of eight fights.
Both of them have won by knockout on four occasions.
However, boxing promoter Warren is not impressed with the quality of them and he suggested that the bout between the two has the attention it does because of who they are, rather than their ability.
He told The George Groves Boxing Club: “If it weren’t for the fact of that [who they are] it would be an eight round fight on a card.
“But it is because of who they are. So don’t call it boxing. I don’t even think it is even like white collar boxing as such.
“It’s like you could do it with another reporter. Anybody could do it. I mean, I’m a bit older now but maybe when I was younger another promoter we’d settle it that way.
“And people buy into it. Is t good? Is it right? They are making a lot of money.
“Tommy is making a huge of money which is brilliant for him, it is life changing money based upon his ability, I can’t knock that. I can’t knock it.
“As to the levels it is at, it is the level it is. I know a lot of boxers who look at that or former boxers that might look at that and say ‘how come they are getting and I’m not?’.
“Well they are capitalising on their notoriety. And so that is what it is.
“Is it the way boxing is going to go? No.”
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it usually take to become an elite boxer?
Professional boxing requires years of dedication and hard work. If you want to become a professional boxer, you’ll need to dedicate at least 10 hours per week to training.
What is Boxing and how does it work?
Boxing is a sport in which two people fight to knock one another out. They do this by hitting each other in the head and face. Boxing is about hitting an opponent as hard possible, without inflicting any injuries. In order for this to happen, both boxers must be able to throw punches at high speed. They should also have excellent hand-eye coordination.
How long does it take to learn boxing?
It takes about 3 months to learn boxing. This includes learning the basics, such as footwork, stance, and balance. It’s important to remember that boxing is not only about throwing punches. You also need to learn how to block and dodge attacks.
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- It is just like normal sparring with a partner, but you want to throw punches at 75% of your normal speed. (wikihow.com)
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How To
How to learn to box for exercise
How to learn how to box for Exercise
Learning boxing will help you improve your self-confidence and physical fitness. Boxing is a popular sport. It involves strength, speed and agility.
Boxing can be a great exercise and a way to improve your self-esteem. You’ll find that you enjoy the activity so much that you’ll want to keep doing it.
There are many boxing training options. Some require you to train at home while others are done in gyms or health clubs. You can also study online from any location in the world.
Make sure you choose a program that meets your needs and is compatible with your lifestyle. The best programs focus on exercises that increase muscle mass, flexibility and cardiovascular endurance. They also promote overall well being.
Consider whether you prefer a beginner or advanced course. Beginner’s programs usually teach basic techniques and drills such as shadowboxing, sparring, mitt work, and punching combinations. Advanced programs usually cover more complicated movements and offer more options.
Programs for beginners usually last eight weeks and cost less that $100. However, they don’t provide any guidance on nutrition, weight loss, injury prevention, or other aspects of boxing training.
Advanced programs typically last six months and cost around $300. They often include nutritional advice, stretching routines, warm-up exercises, and instruction on proper technique. Some programs also include resistance training (e.g. lifting weights) or aerobic conditioning (e.g. running).
