CRISTIANO RONALDO played an unlikely role in Francis Ngannou’s shock showdown with Tyson Fury coming to fruition.
The former UFC heavyweight champion finalised a controversial crossover clash with the Gypsy King last week – six months after leaving mixed martial arts’ top promotion.
Francis Ngannou will box Tyson Fury in a crossover clash on October 28
The former UFC heavyweight champion’s boxing debut will take place in Saudi Arabia
Footie icon Cristiano Ronaldo convinced Ngannou that Saudi ‘is the future’ of sports
Ngannou’s professional boxing debut will take place in Saudi Arabia and will earn him the biggest purse of his combat sports career.
The Cameroonian clubber is no stranger to Saudi having visited in January and meeting footie star Ronaldo, who convinced him The Kingdom “is the future” of sports.
Recalling their meeting during an appearance on The MMA Hour, The Predator said: “Yes, that’s where it started in that moment.”
In a separate interview with TMZ, he said: “We had a good talk. He told me that Saudi [Arabia] is the future.
“A lot of people doesn’t understand now but they are changing really fast, it’s moving really fast.
“And that’s even what I personally, that was my feeling when I get there.
“It was my first time going to Saudi and I was literally like, I didn’t really know how to carry myself, how to behave myself.
“But I get there and find out that everything is cool.
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“It was just like normal life. It’s pretty cool, man.”
Ngannou, 36, had a great interaction with Ronaldo – who shocked him with his knowledge of mixed martial arts.
He said: “I’ve been following Cristiano for the past, maybe 17 years.
“And then, you know, to get to meet him in person and find out that he is a huge fan of the sport.
“That he knows a lot about the sport. He loves the sport. He’s watched us fight.
“He knows a lot about me than what I was expecting. Very impressive.
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“You know, to get someone like Cristiano Ronaldo knowing the game, know you or what you are doing, is pretty cool. He’s pretty big.
“He’s pretty huge. Listen, it’s like a huge support from him.”
Fury, 34, is the overwhelming favourite to win the ten-rounder against the boxing Ngannou – who left the UFC as their lineal heavyweight champion.
But he’s made sure he’ll get a second crack at the heavy hitter should the unthinkable happen.
Ngannou revealed: “There is a potential rematch clause.
“I don’t know exactly how to explain that language, but yes, there is a rematch inside it.”
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 about hitting an opponent as hard possible, without inflicting any injuries. Both boxers need to be able throw punches at high speeds in order to achieve this. They must also be able to coordinate their hand-eye movements.
How do I practice boxing alone?
If you are looking to box with a partner but don’t want to train, you can just watch the professional boxing matches on TV. You could also look for an amateur boxing club in your area. Amateur boxing clubs often hold regular training sessions. These sessions are often attended by sparring partners who share the same pads.
Boxing can also be practiced using punching bags. Before hitting the bag you should make sure you are wearing protective gear, such as gloves.
What is the best way to learn boxing without fighting?
Boxing can only be learned if you are willing to fight. It takes hard work to improve your boxing technique. You will be able to improve your boxing technique and endurance.
The first step towards improving your boxing technique is to watch some good boxers fight. Watch how they move, how they throw punches, and how they defend themselves. Then try to imitate their techniques.
The next step is to spar with another boxer. This is where you will see if your boxing technique has improved. 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 is key, so don’t be discouraged and keep practicing.
How much weight can I lift during a workout?
Lifting weights is important if you wish to build your strength. However, there are certain guidelines you should keep in mind when lifting weights. First, make sure that you don’t overdo it. Try to lift heavier weights every day. Third, do each exercise 8 times. Fourth, rest for 2 minutes between sets. Fifth, do all exercises without momentum. And finally, focus on form rather than speed.
How can I increase my defense against fighting?
You can improve your defense in fighting by learning how to fight smart. You need to be able to defend yourself from all angles and counterattack if necessary.
If you don’t fight well, you will not be able to handle any situation. You’ll just get beaten up. If you know how to fight you will be ready for anything.
Here are some ways to improve your defense.
- You need to know where your opponent is coming from. This means that you have to pay attention to your opponent’s body language. This could be a sign that your opponent is preparing for his next attack.
- Stay calm. Don’t panic. Instead, remain calm and focused.
- Block with your arms. Blocking with your arm is a simple, but effective, way to defend yourself against attackers.
- Counterattack. Counterattack.
- Fight dirty. Fighting dirty can be a way to defend yourself. You can kick your opponent back if he throws a kick at it.
What are the main types of boxing glove?
There are three main types for boxing gloves: mitts or fingerless mitts. There is padding around the fingers of mitten gloves. Fingerless mitts do not have padding around the knuckles, but they still cover the fingers. Full-fingered gloves have padding around the entire hand.
Mittens are useful for striking the fist or punching. Fingerless mitt glove are for striking the index finger with the knuckle. Boxing gloves with full-fingering are designed for punching with your entire fist.
How many hours do boxers train in a single day?
Boxing trainers train for at most 4 hours per day. They learn new moves and practice their punches. Boxers may spar up to ten times per week.
Statistics
- 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
Here are the Essential Skills of Boxing
How to box effectively
Boxing has become a very popular sport. It is made up of two competitors who aim to knock the head off each other. The rules of boxing vary from country to country. There are three types generally of boxing: Amateur (Professional) and Olympic (Olympic).
Amateur boxing is usually practiced at school, college or university. This type of boxing allows sparring without protection. Amateur boxing matches usually consist of three rounds 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.
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. 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.
Olympic boxing can be seen at the Olympics. Boxers are required to wear international standards-compliant protective gear. The eight rounds last three minutes each and are held over eight rounds. Olympic boxing has only two styles, Light Flyweight vs 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 kinds of punches: Left Hook, Right Hook, Uppercut, Cross, Straight, Overhand and Underhand. Each punch has its own technique. Some punches require greater 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 various punching combinations. These are combinations that combine punches to accomplish a particular goal. An entire combination could have several 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 does this by using his legs, arms, elbows, hands, knees and feet.
Legs
Boxers must use their legs to defend themselves against kicks. 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. If the attack comes from behind, however, he can stand straight up and block the kick by his foot.
Elbows
Elbow strikes are very powerful because they inflict great pain. An elbow strike can be delivered 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 to block incoming blows. To do so, they raise their fists above their head and move them towards the direction of the attack. They then make contact with their attacker’s fist.
Knees
Boxers should bend their knees when receiving blows to the abdomen, stomach, or chest. Defense purposes are often served by knee strikes.
Feet
When attacked, a boxer should step back and deliver counter-attacks. This will help him gain distance from his opponent. In addition, when delivering a counter-attack, a boxer should keep his balance.
Stances
A boxer must have a stance in order to be effective at boxing. How he defends his self will depend on how he stances. It determines his position and the direction he will face. There are many stances available to boxers. These are the most popular:
- A low stance
- High stance
- Southpaw stance
- Western stance
Body Movement
To win a fight, a fighter must move around the opponent. This requires changing your position, speed, and rhythm.
Rotation
A boxer will rotate his arm when he is throwing 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 combination of strong and weak punches will produce a good result.
Spare parts
Sparring is an exercise session to improve boxing skills. Sparring is a training session that helps a boxer train his mind and body. In conclusion, the purpose of sparring is to learn how to fight and not get hurt.
In conclusion, learning to box requires dedication and patience. To become a better fighter, you have to train hard and continue to work.
