CHRIS EUBANK SR claims he knows who was behind the positive drug test that blew his son’s showdown with Conor Benn.
Benn, the son of boxing legend Nigel, failed a doping test that scuppered a clash with 33-year-old Chris Eubank Jr.
Conor Benn failed a drug test earlier this month
Chris Eubank Sr claims he knows who is responsible for the failed test
The welterweight tested positive for a testosterone booster, causing the bout at London’s O2 to be postponed.
Benn, who denies wrongdoing, could face a four-year ban if found guilty of committing a doping offence.
Eubank, 56, claims that he knows who was responsible for the positive test for banned clomifene, a drug normally used to treat infertility in women.
He told a crowd in the West Midlands: “I think I know, I have a good idea.
“When Nigel finds out who tricked him and who has slurred his son, when he finds out who they are, I don’t want that man coming after me. But you don’t need to worry about me. You need to worry about Nigel Benn. God have mercy upon them.
“When he finds out who has perpetrated this against his son.”
Eubank added: “There’s an investigation now happening where those who perpetrated what they perpetrated will be brought into the light.”
The British Boxing Board of Control refused to sanction the multi-million-pound sell-out catchweight fight after the failed test was revealed, despite Benn’s promoter Eddie Hearn trying to salvage the event.
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Former world middleweight and super-middleweight champion Benn, 58, insists his son is a clean fighter.
The pair were speaking on the first night of a tour recalling their famous 90s rivalry.
Benn told the audience at the Coventry Building Society Arena: “I guarantee you, if I thought my son ever took performance-enhancing drugs, I would hang him out to dry.”
He added: “I know my son. I would be the first person to throw him under the bus. I would say, ‘Son, I love you but you’re not doing it around me’.
“And I know my son, 100 per cent. I’ve watched my son cry in my arms. But you know what it is?
“He will get vindicated and I just pray the apology is as loud as the conviction.
“Everyone has found him guilty but I know my son, that’s all I can say.”
The doomed bout was set to revive the rivalry between the older Benn and Eubank who twice faced each other for world titles in 1990 and 1993.
Benn Jr, 26, has vowed to clear his name, telling critics on social media: “I hope the apology is as loud as the disrespect.”
The failed test saw a fight between Eubank Jr, left, and Benn, right, postponed
Nigel Benn and Chris Eubank Sr fought twice in the 1990s
Frequently Asked Questions
How can a beginner begin boxing at home
Boxing is one our oldest sports. 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. 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. Once you master basic punches & combinations, you will be ready for competition in tournaments.
What is Boxing?
Boxing involves two people trying to knock each others out with punches in the face and head. The objective of boxing involves hitting your opponent as hard, but not causing any injury. Both boxers need to be able throw punches at high speeds in order to achieve this. They must also have good hand eye coordination.
How much weight should you lift while working out?
If you are looking to increase your strength, weight lifting is a must. However, there are certain guidelines you should keep in mind when lifting weights. Don’t do it too often. The second is to lift heavier loads every other day. Third, do each exercise 8 times. Fourth, allow for 2 minutes rest between sets. Fifth, you can do all the exercises without using momentum. The last tip is to focus on form over speed.
What is the difference between left hook and right cross?
A left hook is thrown from the side of the body while a right cross is thrown from the front of the body.
The opponent is facing the back of the left hook. The elbow is bent 90 degrees and the wrist is turned 45 degrees toward the opponent.
A right cross is when the opponent’s palm faces the opponent and the elbow straightens. The opponent’s wrist is rotated 45 degrees to the side.
How can I improve my defensive capabilities in fighting?
You can improve your defense in fighting by learning how to fight smart. You need to know how defense against attacks from every angle is possible, as well how to counterattack in case of emergency.
If you don’t know the art of fighting, you won’t have the ability to win any fights. You’ll just get beaten up. You’ll just get beat up if you know how fight.
Here are some suggestions to help improve your defense.
- Know the origin of your opponent’s attack. This means you need to be attentive to your opponent’s body language. You should pay attention to his body language. If he seems nervous, that could be an indication of his next attack.
- Remain calm. Don’t panic. Instead, be calm and focussed.
- Block with your arms. Blocking with your arms is an effective and simple way to defend against attacks.
- Counterattack. You must immediately counterattack if you see your enemy attacking you.
- Fight dirty. Fighting dirty is another way to defend yourself. You can kick your opponent back if he throws a kick at it.
How can I learn how to defend myself against boxing?
Boxing is one the oldest martial arts known. Boxing is considered one of the most difficult sports to practice. You cannot just punch someone in his face and then knock him out. You need to know how you can defend yourself against punches or kicks.
Locate a boxing club near you. Once you’ve found a good place to train, you’ll need to get some gloves and headgear. Gloves protect your hands while the headgear protects your head. Shorts and a Tshirt are also required.
Once you have all your equipment, you need to heat up. Start slow and build up speed. Start sparring with another boxer when you feel confident. Don’t be disappointed if you do not succeed. Just try again until you nail it.
How long does it usually take to become an elite boxer?
Professional boxing requires years of dedication and hard work. To become a professional fighter, you will need to devote at least 10 hours per weeks to training.
Statistics
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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
These are the basics of boxing
How to box efficiently
Boxing has become a very popular sport. Two opponents fight each other to the death. The rules of boxing vary from country to country. There are three types: Amateur, Professional, or Olympic boxing.
Amateur boxing is usually practiced at school, college or university. This form of boxing involves sparring with no protection and using padded gloves. Amateur boxing competitions usually last three rounds and last five minutes each. Amateur boxing can be done in many styles, including Kickboxing and Muay Thai, Taekwondo or Karate, Judo, Wrestling, and Muay Thai.
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 competitions consist of six rounds lasting four minutes each. There are many different types of professional Boxing such as Boxing, MMA, Kickboxing, Muay Thai or Taekwondo.
Olympic boxing can be seen at the Olympics. International standards dictate that boxers must wear protective gear. The competition lasts approximately three minutes for each round. Olympic boxing has only two styles, Light Flyweight vs Heavyweight.
Boxing’s fundamental skills are:
- Techniques for punching
- Techniques for protecting yourself
- Footwork
- Stance
- Moving your body
- 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 has its own technique. Some punches require more force than others. An uppercut, for instance, requires tremendous strength. However, a straight punch is much more powerful and 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. A left hook followed with a right-cross will cause injury to the opponent’s jaw.
Guard Techniques
To defend himself from being attacked, a boxer uses his entire body. He does so by using his arms, elbows and hands as well as his knees, knees and legs.
Legs
Boxers should use their legs to defend against kicks. He raises his leg when he is hit with a kick and then moves away from the opponent. To avoid being kicked in the side, he bends down if the attacker attacks from the front. But if the attack comes in the back, he will stand straight and block the kick using his foot.
Elbows
Because they inflict pain, elbow strikes can be very effective. An elbow strike can be delivered either directly or indirectly. Directly, you strike your opponent with your forearm. Indirectly, you hit him with another portion of your arm.
Hands
Boxers use their arms to stop incoming blows. They raise their fists high above their heads and point them in the direction of an attack. Then they make contact with the attacker’s fist.
Knees
A boxer should bend his knees in order to absorb any blows to his stomach, abdomen, chest or stomach. Defense purposes are often served by knee strikes.
Feet
A boxer should not be afraid to respond to an attack. This will help him gain distance from his opponent. A boxer must also maintain his balance when responding to an opponent’s counter-attack.
Stances
In order to box effectively, a boxer needs to establish a stance. The way he defends himself will be determined by his stance. It dictates how he places his body and faces his opponent. Boxers have many stances to choose from. These are some of our most favorite:
- A low stance
- High stance
- Southpaw stance
- Western stance
Moving your body
A boxer must change his position, speed and rhythm in order to win the fight. This means changing your speed, position 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 works well starts with strong punches and ends with weak ones is a winning combination.
Sparring
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.
It is important to be patient and dedicated when learning how to box. To become a better boxer, you must train hard and for a long time.
