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Five boxing fights for Francis Ngannou after heavyweight star leaves UFC and eyes switch to the ring

, Five boxing fights for Francis Ngannou after heavyweight star leaves UFC and eyes switch to the ring

FRANCIS NGANNOU has paved the way for a move over to boxing after walking out on the UFC.

Ngannou leaves while still the UFC heavyweight champion after failing to agree a new contract extension.

, Five boxing fights for Francis Ngannou after heavyweight star leaves UFC and eyes switch to the ringFrancis Ngannou has left the UFC

And the Cameroonian confirmed realising his long-standing dream of entering the boxing world is on the cards.

He said on The MMA Hour: “I still want to achieve something in boxing and I want to stay in MMA as well.”

So here, SunSport takes a look at five massive options awaiting Ngannou in the ring.

Tyson Fury

The obvious choice would be the No1 in the world, unbeaten WBC champ Fury, 34, who has called out Ngannou before.

They even faced off against each other in April 2022 at Wembley when the Gypsy King knocked out Dillian Whyte, 34.

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Fury’s US promoter Bob Arum has given the fight the green light before, making it an easy one to make on paper.

, Five boxing fights for Francis Ngannou after heavyweight star leaves UFC and eyes switch to the ringTyson Fury with Francis Ngannou at Wembley

Deontay Wilder

Wilder, 37, is another option Ngannou has talked up in the past and it is a guaranteed blockbuster for fans.

They are considered two of the biggest punchers in the world, making for an explosive prospect.

And Wilder even claimed Premier Boxing Champions boss Al Haymon had discussed the Ngannou fight with him behind the scenes.

Anthony Joshua

Joshua, 33, has also been named by Ngannou as a potential boxing opponent alongside Fury.

He said: “Whatever it is, if it is with Tyson Fury, I will take it. I have no problem doing boxing with 4oz gloves, we will figure it out.

“Tyson Fury or Anthony Joshua would be my first ideal opponent.”

Anthony Joshua has been called out by Francis Ngannou

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Dillian Whyte

Whyte in the summer of 2020 recorded an unaired virtual face-off interview with Ngannou and claimed to have got the better of him.

Promoter Eddie Hearn proposed a two-fight deal, with a bout in boxing and MMA, with ex-kickboxer Whyte having fought in the cage before.

The Professional Fighters League have also just launched a pay-per-view super-fight division on DAZN, the same app Hearn works with.

, Five boxing fights for Francis Ngannou after heavyweight star leaves UFC and eyes switch to the ringDillian Whyte has exchanged words with Francis Ngannou before

Derek Chisora

Chisora, 38, has teased a move to MMA before and recently called Ngannou out.

He said: “I’m trying to fight Ngannou. I want to do it in the UFC and boxing.”

Chisora was beaten by Fury in ten rounds in December but has ruled out retirement.

, Five boxing fights for Francis Ngannou after heavyweight star leaves UFC and eyes switch to the ringTyson Fury beat Derek Chisora in December

Frequently Asked Questions

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 a sport where you aim to knock out your opponent as hard and as painlessly as possible. To achieve this, both boxers should be able to throw punches with high velocity. They must also have good hand-eye coordination.

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Do I have to fight in order to train boxing?

Fighting is the only way to train boxing. You have to work hard to become a better boxer. But if you do, you’ll find that you can improve your boxing technique, speed, endurance, strength, and stamina.

You can improve your boxing technique by watching good boxers compete. You should observe how they move, throw punches and defend themselves. Then try to imitate their techniques.

The next step is to spar with another boxer. Here you can see if you have improved your boxing technique. You’ll notice how fast and strong you punch, as well as how effective you are at blocking incoming punches, when you spar.

Finally, practice your skills by performing drills. Practice makes perfect, so be patient and persistent.

How much weight should I lift when working out?

Weight lifting is essential if you want to improve your strength. When lifting weights, there are some guidelines that you should follow. Don’t do it too often. The second is to lift heavier loads every other day. Third, do each exercise 8 times. Fourth, rest for 2 minutes between sets. Fifth, perform all exercises without using momentum. And lastly, put more emphasis on form than speed.

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How long does it usually take to become an elite boxer?

It takes years of hard work and dedication to become a professional boxer. A minimum of 10 hours per week is required to train to become a professional ring fighter.

How many hours do boxers train in a single day?

Boxing trainers often train at least 4 hours per day. They spend time learning new moves and practice their punches, as well as studying boxing techniques. Boxers sometimes spar 10 times per semaine.

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Statistics

  • You want to be running at roughly 75-80% of your top speed..5 mile slow, easy recovery jog at the end.[6]X Research source 2Mix in long runs, shadow boxing, and short sprints on non-interval days. (wikihow.com)
  • It is just like normal sparring with a partner, but you want to throw punches at 75% of your normal speed. (wikihow.com)

External Links

en.wikipedia.org

expertboxing.com

How To

Here are the Basic Skills of Boxing

How to box effectively

Boxing has become a very popular sport. It involves two people who attempt to knock each other out of their heads. 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 of boxing includes sparring sessions with padded gloves and without any protection. Amateur boxing contests are usually three rounds in length, lasting five minutes each. There are many styles to amateur boxing like Kickboxing. Muay Thai. Taekwondo. Karate. Judo. Wrestling.

Professional boxing is usually practiced in gyms, clubs or stadiums. They use protective equipment, such as mouthpieces, nose guards, shin protectors, elbow pads knee pads, waist belts and groin protectors. 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 is performed at the Olympics. International standards dictate that boxers must wear protective gear. Each round lasts three minutes and is made up of eight rounds. Only two types of Olympic boxing are available: Light Flyweight or Heavyweight.

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. Each punch is different. Some punches require more strength than others. For example, an uppercut requires great force. A straight punch, on the other hand requires less power and is quicker than other punches.

There are also various punching combinations. These are combinations made up of several punches that can be used together to achieve one goal. A combination may have multiple parts. An example of this is a left hook, followed by a right crossing. This will damage the opponent’s jaw.

Guard Techniques

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Boxers use their bodies to defend themselves against attack. He uses his arms, legs, elbows, knees, knees, and feet to do this.

Legs

To defend against kicks, a boxer should use his legs. After receiving a kick, he will raise his leg and move away from the attacker. If the attacker is coming from the front, he will bend at the knees to avoid getting kicked on either side. He will block the kick with his foot if the attack is coming from behind.

Elbows

Because they inflict pain, elbow strikes can be very effective. An elbow strike can be delivered 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 use their hands to stop incoming punches. They raise their fists up above their heads and move towards the attack. Then, they touch the attacker’s hand.

Knees

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Boxers who are subject to a punch to their stomachs, abdomens, or chests should bend at the knees to absorb the impact. For defense purposes, knee strikes are common.

Feet

If he is being attacked, a boxer must take a step back and counter-attack. This allows him to put distance between himself, his opponent, and the ring. Boxers should also keep their balance when counter-attacking.

Stances

Boxing is only possible if a boxer has a clear stance. The way he defends himself will be determined by his stance. It determines his position and the direction he will face. Boxers have many options for stances. These are the most popular:

  • Low stance
  • High stance
  • Southpaw stance
  • Western stance

Body Movement

A boxer must be able to move around his opponent in order to win a fight. This involves changing position, speed and rhythm.

Rotation

When a boxer throws a punch, he rotates in order to increase the reach of his arm. Depending on the type and size of punch, the speed at which the rotation takes place varies.

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Combinations

Timing of each punch is crucial to the effectiveness of a combination. A combination that is effective starts with a strong punch, and ends with one that is weak.

Spare parts

Sparring is a practice session designed to improve boxing skills . A sparring session is where a boxer trains both his mind and his body. The goal of sparring is to learn to fight, and not to get hurt.

You need to have patience and dedication in order to learn how boxing works. To be a better boxer you need to train hard.

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