FLOYD Mayweather claimed tickets going on sale too late was to blame for the awful turnout at his UK debut.
The ring icon, 46, fought Aaron Chalmers in an eight-round exhibition bout at London’s O2 Arena.
Floyd Mayweather fought in Britain for the first time
The boxing legend took on former reality TV star Aaron Chalmers
But not many people were at the O2 Arena in London to see it
It was the first time Mayweather has ever fought on British soil during a legendary career.
But the bout took place in front of a virtually empty 20,000-seat arena.
Then entire top tier was shut off for Saturday night’s card.
And the lower tier was no more than half full – meaning the attendance was likely under 5,000.
But Mayweather reckons the ticket-selling process was to blame for the poor turnout.
Speaking in his post-fight press conference, he said: “We did this in one month – not even four weeks.
“I think the tickets should’ve went on sale a lot faster.
“My new team is still learning. I have got to take my hat off to them, it’s not their fault.
“It’s just when we fight in the US, as soon as we announce the fight, tickets are on sale.
“Here, we announced the fight and the tickets didn’t go on sale until a week or two weeks later.”
Mayweather added: “I don’t point fingers. We work together as a team.
“When you buy tickets over here, you don’t really want to spend money.
“In America we don’t mind spending money.”
Mayweather took on former reality TV star Chalmers in his British bow.
He stepped into the ring wearing the British flag on his shorts in a bid to appeal to his UK fans.
Speaking in the ring after the fight, he said: “I would like to thank all the fans in the UK.
“The United Kingdom is unbelievable – the UK is becoming the Mecca of boxing.
“Me and Aaron Chalmers had a chance to come together and we had fun for eight rounds.
“If the UK fans want me to come back, I’m coming back.”
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I improve my punching form?
The most important part of boxing is the punching technique. For you to become a better boxer, your punch technique must be perfected. Here are some ways to improve your boxing technique.
- Keep your head high. While throwing punches, keep your head up.
- Punch from your shoulder. Use your shoulder to strike the target when you punch.
- Your feet are your focus. Keep your feet still when you are punching.
- Send short, sharp punches. To fatigue you more quickly, throw more punches.
- Don’t forget about defense! Always be ready to stop any incoming punches.
- Use your elbows. The best way to defend your self is with your elbows.
- Learn how to use your legs. Learn to properly use your legs.
- Every day, practice. Even though you may feel tired after training, keep going. It takes practice and dedication to excel at any skill.
- Have fun Enjoy what’s going on.
- Keep your lungs open. You will be stronger and have more energy if you breathe correctly.
- Relax. Do not worry about making mistakes. Be focused on learning new techniques.
- Be patient. Boxing can be difficult. It takes time to perfect your skills.
- Never stop learning. There will always be improvement.
- Enjoy music. Listening to music during training can help you to relax and stay focused.
- See videos of professional boxers. The fights can inspire you and motivate you to work harder.
- Read books. Reading can help you understand boxing techniques better.
- Take breaks. Sometimes, you need to take a break. Go outside to play soccer or basketball.
- Find a coach. Boxing is a sport that requires a coach with a lot of experience. This will help you to improve quicker.
- Do push-ups. Push-ups help build strength and endurance.
How does a beginner box at home?
Boxing is one among the oldest sports known to mankind. Boxing was first developed to train warriors against their enemies in ancient times. Boxing is still widely practised today. Boxing is not something you need to do in a gym. You will need some gloves, punching bag, and some friends to spar.
There are many local amateur boxing groups that you can join to train with professionals. Once you master basic punches & combinations, you will be ready for competition in tournaments.
How many punches can a human take?
A punch can be defined as “a blow delivered with a fist”. Only one punch can be sustained by a human. If someone punches your face in the face, it’s a punch. You can’t hit them/her back. This would be two punches.
What are some of the benefits of learning how to box
Here are some reasons to learn boxing:
- It increases confidence. Being able to box will help you face bullies and other bullies.
- It is good for your health. Boxing can help build muscle mass. Muscle mass can make you stronger.
- It teaches self defense skills. If you know how to fight, then you will be able to protect your self.
- It improves your mental toughness. Mental toughness is important when you’re facing challenges.
- You feel accomplished. When you master a particular technique, it will make you feel like a true fighter.
- It’s fun! It’s fun!
- It’s cheap. All you need to do is get a pair or boxing gloves.
- It doesn’t need much space
What are the 7 punches used in boxing?
Boxing uses seven punches: jab, hook, hook, uppercut and straight right. These punches are used to attack the opponent’s head, body, and legs.
What’s the difference between a left cross and a left hook?
A left hook can be thrown from the side, and a right cross from the front.
A left hook is thrown with the back of the hand facing the opponent’s face. The elbow is bent 90 degrees and the wrist is turned 45 degrees toward the opponent.
With the palm facing the opponent, a right cross is performed. The elbow should be straight. The opponent is 45 degrees from your wrist.
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How To
Here are the Essential Skills of Boxing
How to effectively box
Boxing is one the most well-known sports in the world. It involves two people who attempt to knock each other out of their heads. Each country has its own rules. In general, there are three types of boxing; Amateur, Professional and Olympic boxing.
Amateur boxing can be practiced at school or college. This boxing style includes sparring sessions without protection, using padded gloves. Amateur boxing competitions typically last for three rounds, each lasting five minutes. Amateur boxing can be done in many styles, including Kickboxing and Muay Thai, Taekwondo or Karate, Judo, Wrestling, and Muay Thai.
Boxing is often practiced in gyms or clubs. They are protected by protective equipment like a mouthpiece, nose protector, shinguards, elbow pads and knee pads, waist belt, and groin protection. Six rounds of professional boxing last four minutes each. There are many types of professional boxing. These include Boxing (MMA), Kickboxing (Mixed Martial Arts), Muay Thai and Taekwondo.
Olympic boxing is performed at the Olympics. Special protective gear must be worn by boxers to ensure compliance with international standards. 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’s fundamental skills are:
- Punching techniques
- Guarding techniques
- Footwork
- Stance
- The body moves
- Defense
- Combination
- Rotation
- Spare parts
Punching Techniques
There are seven types of punches available: Left Hook and Right Hook, Cross, Cross, Straight, Underhand, Overhand, Cross, Straight, Cross, Straight, Cross, Straight, and Overhand. Each punch comes with its own technique. Some punches require more strength than others. For example, an uppercut requires great force. 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 that work together to achieve a specific goal. One combination can have many parts. An example of this is a left hook, followed by a right crossing. This will damage the opponent’s jaw.
Guard Techniques
Boxers use their bodies to defend themselves against attack. He does this by using his legs.
Legs
A boxer must use his legs to defend against kicks. After receiving a kick, he will raise his leg and move away from the attacker. If the attack comes from the front, then he bends his knees to avoid being kicked on the side. But if the attack comes in the back, he will stand straight and block the kick using his foot.
Elbows
Because elbow strikes inflict a lot of pain, they are very effective. An elbow strike may be delivered directly or in an indirect manner. 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 the power of their hands to block any incoming blows. To do so, they raise their fists above their head and move them towards the direction of the attack. The attacker’s fist is then in their face.
Knees
Boxers who are subject to a punch to their stomachs, abdomens, or chests should bend at the knees to absorb the impact. Defense purposes are often served by knee strikes.
Feet
A boxer should take control of an attack and respond with counter-attacks. This will help him gain distance from his opponent. Additionally, boxers need to maintain their balance when they counter-attack.
Stances
To box effectively, a boxer must establish a stance. The way he defends himself will be determined by his stance. It determines his position and the direction he will face. There are many stances available to boxers. These are some of our most favorite:
- Low stance
- High stance
- Southpaw stance
- Western stance
The 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
A boxer will rotate his arm when he is throwing a punch. Different types of punches require different speeds for the rotation.
Combinations
The timing of each punch determines 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 training session that improves boxing skills. A sparring session is where a boxer trains both his mind and his body. In conclusion, the purpose of sparring is to learn how to fight and not get hurt.
You need to have patience and dedication in order to learn how boxing works. To become a better boxer, you must train hard and for a long time.
