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Floyd Mayweather vs Deji tale of the tape: How boxing great and YouTube sensation compare ahead of Nov 13 extravaganza

, Floyd Mayweather vs Deji tale of the tape: How boxing great and YouTube sensation compare ahead of Nov 13 extravaganza

FLOYD MAYWEATHER JR is set to take on YouTuber Deji Olatunji next month in his fourth exhibition bout.

The pair have contrasting backgrounds but are set to go head-to-head on Sunday, November 13 at the Coca-Cola Arena in Dubai.

How Floyd Mayweather Jr and Deji Olatunji match up

Mayweather beat Mikuru Asakura in his most recent bout last month

, Floyd Mayweather vs Deji tale of the tape: How boxing great and YouTube sensation compare ahead of Nov 13 extravaganzaThe American boasts a 50-0 professional record

, Floyd Mayweather vs Deji tale of the tape: How boxing great and YouTube sensation compare ahead of Nov 13 extravaganzaDeji (right) has just one pro fight under his belt

Mayweather, 45, is undefeated in three exhibitions with his most recent victory coming against Mikuru Asakura at the end of last month.

The 50-0 champion also has experience fighting a YouTuber after drawing with Logan Paul in a June 2021 non-scored exhibition.

Deji, by contrast, is venturing into new territory by taking on arguably the greatest boxer of all time.

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The 25-year-old has just one professional fight on his record, a win against YouTuber Yousef Erakat, aka Fousey.

But he has lost all three of his exhibition fights to date including one against Logan’s brother Jake Paul, who is keen on fighting Conor McGregor.

Despite that, Deji’s boxing coach Daley Perales believes he has a chance after “spotting holes” in Mayweather’s game.

He said: “Deji’s got better feet, better movement [than Asakura]. So a very smart game plan is needed.

“You have to be very cute how you go about things and I’ve seen holes in his game because, yeah, he’s getting older now.

“Against that Japanese guy on the weekend he got hit with a big right hook that sent his head back, a jab that snapped him back and he looked a bit uncomfortable on the ropes.”

Deji faces a gargantuan task against The Money, who boasts 15 world titles and an undefeated record.

He has made more than £900m in the ring, while Deji instead spent years making Youtube videos – amassing a small fortune of around £4.5m.

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Physically there is not much to separate the two fighters although Deji is heavier than Mayweather and an inch taller.

The American is 20 years older than Deji but boasts a better reach and has only been knocked down once in his entire career.

Deji is a huge underdog but will be determined to prove himself with Mayweather even unsure of his opponent’s name even after the fight was agreed.

Mayweather confirmed the bout saying: “I got one with the guy Deji – I want to make sure that his name is right – Deji, right?

“Yes, Deji. We will be doing an exhibition in Dubai at the Coca-Cola Arena and that is in November.”

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average time it takes to learn boxing?

Boxing takes 3 months to learn. This includes learning the basics like footwork, balance, and stance. It’s important to remember that boxing is not only about throwing punches. You must also learn to block and dodge attacks.

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Are you able to learn how to box?

You can learn how to box. You just need to find a boxing gym near you and join a class. Most gyms offer free classes, but if you don’t see one nearby, you can always look up local boxing clubs on Google.

You will also need gloves, mouthpieces and headgear to sparring with your partners. Once you have all the equipment, you can start practicing your kicks and punches.

What is Boxing?

Boxing is a sport where two people try to knock out each other by hitting them in their head and faces. The objective of boxing involves hitting your opponent as hard, but not causing any injury. This can only happen if both boxers are able to throw heavy punches. They also need to have good hand-eye coordination.

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What can I do to practice my boxing defense?

Boxing is the oldest known martial art. Boxing can also be considered to one of hardest sports to perform. It’s not enough to punch someone in their face and knock them out. You should know how to defend against punches, kicks, and other attacks.

Find a local boxing gym. Once you have located a good gym, you can get gloves and headgear. Gloves protect the hands while headgear protects the head. Shorts and a Tshirt are also required.

Once you have everything you need, you will need to warm up. You can start slowly and then increase speed gradually. Start sparring with another boxer when you feel confident. If you fail, don’t be discouraged. It doesn’t matter if you fail, just keep trying until you succeed.

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

expertboxing.com

boxandflow.com

How To

These are the basic skills of boxing

How to box effectively

Boxing is the most loved sport in the world. It involves two people who attempt to knock each other out of their heads. The rules of boxing vary from country to country. There are three main types of boxing: Amateur boxing, Professional boxing, and Olympic boxing.

Amateur boxing may be done at school, college, and university. This type of boxing allows sparring without protection. Amateur boxing contests are usually three rounds in length, lasting five minutes each. There are many styles of amateur boxing such as Kickboxing or Muay Thai, Taekwondo and Karate, Judo and Wrestling, among others.

Most professional boxing takes place in gyms, clubs, and stadiums. They are protected by protective equipment like a mouthpiece, nose protector, shinguards, elbow pads and knee pads, waist belt, and groin protection. Professional boxing competitions include six rounds of four minutes each. There are several different styles of professional boxing including Boxing, MMA (Mixed Martial Arts), Kickboxing, Muay Thai, Taekwondo and others.

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Olympic boxing is performed at the Olympics. Special protective gear must be worn by boxers to ensure compliance with international standards. The competition lasts eight rounds of three minutes each. There are only two styles of Olympic boxing; Light Flyweight and Heavyweight.

Boxing is based on the following skills:

  • Punching techniques
  • Guarding techniques
  • Footwork
  • Stance
  • The body moves
  • Defense
  • Combination
  • Rotation
  • Spare parts

Punching Techniques

There are seven types. Each punch is different. Some punches are more powerful than others. An uppercut, for instance, requires tremendous strength. On the other hand, a straight punch requires less power but it is faster than other punches.

There are many combinations that can be used to punch. These are combinations that combine punches to accomplish a particular goal. A combination may contain several parts. For example, a left hook followed by a right cross will cause damage to the opponent’s jaw.

Guard Techniques

Boxers use their bodies to defend themselves against attack. He does so by using his arms, elbows and hands as well as his knees, knees and legs.

Legs

Boxers should use the legs to protect themselves against kicks. When he’s hit, he raises his right leg and runs away from the attacker. If the attack comes from the front, then he bends his knees to avoid being kicked on the side. If the attack comes from behind, however, he can stand straight up and block the kick by his foot.

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Elbows

Because they inflict pain, elbow strikes can be very effective. You can deliver an elbow strike directly or indirectly. Directly means you hit your opponent directly with your forearm. While indirectly, it means you hit him with another section of your arm.

Hands

Boxers use their hands as a shield against incoming punches. To do so, they raise their fists above their head and move them towards the direction of the attack. Then, they touch the attacker’s hand.

Knees

To absorb the impact of a punch to the stomach, abdomen, or chest, boxers should bend their knees. Defense purposes are often served by knee strikes.

Feet

Boxers should respond to being attacked by their opponent by standing back and delivering counter-attacks. He can then gain distance from his opponent. A boxer must also maintain his balance when responding to an opponent’s counter-attack.

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Stances

A boxer must have a stance in order to be effective at boxing. The way he defends him will be dictated by his stance. It determines his position and the direction he will face. There are many positions that boxers can adopt. These are the most popular:

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

Move your body

In order to win a fight, a boxer must move around his opponent. This requires changing your position, speed, and rhythm.

Rotation

To increase his punching power, a boxer rotates when he throws a punch. Depending on the type and size of punch, the speed at which the rotation takes place varies.

Combinations

The timing of each individual punch affects the effectiveness or failure of a combination. A good combination starts with a strong punch and ends with a weak one.

Sparring

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Sparring is a practice session designed to improve 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.

In conclusion, learning to box requires dedication and patience. To become a better boxer, you must train hard and for a long time.

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