FLOYD MAYWEATHER has admittedly not trained hard for his exhibition with YouTuber Deji and is instead “just having fun”.
The boxing legend returns on Sunday night at the Coca-Cola Arena over eight spectacle rounds.
Floyd Mayweather ahead of his next exhibition
YouTuber Deji on the pads with his trainer
It is already his third exhibition this year but Mayweather insisted he has barely broken a sweat.
He said: “I don’t ever really train that hard when it’s for an exhibition. But I look forward to going out there and just having fun.”
Mayweather, 45, retired in 2017 after beating ex-UFC champion Conor McGregor, 34, but has had four exhibition bouts since.
He most recently knocked out Japanese MMA contender Miruku Asakura, 30, on a RIZIN bill.
That came after facing kickboxer Tenshin Nasukawa, 24, YouTuber Logan Paul, 27, and ex-sparring partner Don Moore.
Mayweather and Moore were set to extraordinarily box on top of a hotel HELIPAD 700ft above sea level in May.
But the death of UAE President Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed al-Nahyan at 73 saw it scrapped and head to Abu Dhabi a week later.
Mayweather dominated the bout over the distance and returns to his happy hunting ground in the Middle East.
He said: “I’m happy to be back in the UAE.
“It’s always great to come here – so many beautiful people, peaceful country, and I am ready to go out there and entertain which is what I do best.”
Mayweather added: “I am delighted to bring this incredible boxing experience to Dubai. I’m happy to be back.
“I couldn’t do it without my team. We’re a driving force as long as we continue to work together.
“On Sunday, the Mayweather entertainment team will give the people what they want to see.”
Floyd Mayweather returns to Dubai to face Deji
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I box without fighting?
Training boxing requires fighting. It takes hard work to improve your boxing technique. However, if you are willing to put in the effort, you’ll be able improve your boxing technique as well as speed, endurance, strength, stamina, and speed.
A good fight will help you improve your boxing technique. Pay attention to how they move and throw punches. Also, observe how they defend themselves. Then, copy their tactics.
Next, you need to spar with another boxer. This is where you’ll see whether you’ve improved your boxing technique. It’s important to observe how fast you can punch, the strength of your punches and how well you block any incoming punches while sparring.
Doing drills is another way to improve your boxing skills. You will improve with practice so be patient and persevering.
How can a beginner begin boxing at home
Boxing is one the oldest known sports. Boxing was first developed to train warriors against their enemies in ancient times. Today, boxing is widely practiced all over the world. Boxing is not something you need to do in a gym. All you need is a pair of gloves, some punching bags, and a few friends to spar with.
There are many local amateur boxing groups that you can join to train with professionals. When you are proficient in basic punches and combinations you will be ready to compete at tournaments.
What are the 7 punches in boxing?
The seven punches in boxing are jab, cross, hook, uppercut, straight right, left hook, and body shot. These punches attack the opponent’s head or body.
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How To
These are the basics of boxing
How to box efficiently
Boxing is a popular sport. It is a fight between two opponents. Different countries have different rules. In general, there are three types of boxing; Amateur, Professional and Olympic boxing.
Amateur boxing is often practiced at school, college, or university. This type includes sparring sessions using padded gloves, but without protection. Amateur boxing competitions usually last three rounds and last five minutes each. There are many styles to amateur boxing like Kickboxing. Muay Thai. Taekwondo. Karate. Judo. Wrestling.
Boxing professionals are usually trained in clubs, gyms, or stadiums. They are equipped with protective equipment including a mouthpiece and nose guard, shinguards as well as elbow pads, knee pads. Waist belts and groin protectors. Professional boxing contests last six rounds and last for four minutes each. There are many styles of professional boxing: Boxing, MMA (Mixed Martial Arts), Kickboxing and Muay Thai.
Olympic boxing is practiced at the Olympics. Special protective gear must be worn by boxers to ensure compliance with international standards. The eight rounds last three minutes each and are held over eight rounds. Olympic boxing is limited to two styles: Light Flyweight and Heavyweight.
These are the basic skills required to box.
- Punching techniques
- Guarding techniques
- Footwork
- Stance
- Movement of the body
- Defense
- Combination
- Rotation
- Spare parts
Punching Techniques
There are seven types. Each punch has its own technique. Some punches need more power than others. An example of this is an uppercut, which requires tremendous force. On the other hand, a straight punch requires less power but it is faster than other punches.
There are many combinations of punches. These are combinations of punches that work together to achieve a specific goal. A combination can contain multiple parts. For example, a combination of a left and right hook will result in damage to the opponent’s jaw.
Guard Techniques
Boxers protect themselves by protecting their bodies. He uses his arms, legs, elbows, knees, knees, and feet to do this.
Legs
A boxer must use his legs to defend against kicks. When he’s hit, he raises his right leg and runs away from the attacker. To avoid being kicked in the side, he bends down if the attacker attacks from the front. However, if the attack comes from behind, he stands up straight and blocks the kick with his foot.
Elbows
Because elbow strikes inflict a lot of pain, they are very effective. You can 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 to block incoming blows. Boxers use their hands to stop incoming punches. They raise their fists up above their heads and move towards the attack. They then make contact with their attacker’s fist.
Knees
When receiving a blow to the stomach, abdomen or chest, a boxer should bend his knees to absorb the impact. Knee strikes can be used to defend yourself.
Feet
A boxer should not be afraid to respond to an attack. This will help him gain distance from his opponent. Also, boxers must maintain their balance while delivering counter-attacks.
Stances
Boxing effectively requires a boxer to have a good stance. How he defends his self will depend on how he stances. It determines his position and the direction he will face. Boxers have many options for stances. These are the most popular:
- A low stance
- High stance
- Southpaw stance
- Western stance
The Body Movement
Boxers must maneuver around their opponent to win fights. This requires changing your position, speed, and rhythm.
Rotation
When a boxer throws a punch, he rotates in order to increase the reach of his arm. Different types of punches require different speeds for the rotation.
Combinations
The timing of each punch will determine the effectiveness and efficiency of a combination. A combination that is effective starts with a strong punch, and ends with one that is weak.
Spare parts
Sparring, a boxing practice session, is designed to improve your boxing skills. During sparring sessions, a boxer trains his mind as well as his body. Sparring, in conclusion, is about learning how to fight and not getting hurt.
You need to have patience and dedication in order to learn how boxing works. You need to train hard and long in order to become a better boxer.
