AS major boxing grudge matches go they don’t get much bigger – or unlikely – than the upcoming fight between Tommy Fury and Jake Paul.
The Love Island star and the US YouTuber will finally meet in the ring after years of trading verbal blows, and two postponements, in the most eagerly-anticipated bout of 2023.
The upcoming fight between Tommy Fury and Jake Paul is finally happening after years of trading verbal blows
23-year-old Tommy is pumped up for the fight against the US Youtuber
Tommy Fury said of Jake ‘He’s absolutely rubbish, I’ve been in boxing all my life. He can’t fight’
To say 23-year-old Tommy is pumped up for the fight is an understatement, thanks in no small part to Jake, 26, ruining his rival’s baby announcement and branding Tommy’s influencer fiancée Molly-May Hague the couple’s “breadwinner”.
Ahead of the fight at the Diriyah Arena, Tommy left those in Saudi Arabia in no doubt of his determination to exact a bitter revenge on rival Jake for his barbed comments about Molly-Mae.
As one insider at the build-up in Riyadh said: “Tommy says he wants to get revenge, and he won’t feel like he’s got it until he has knocked him clean out.
“He’s angry, and he means every word — they’re not empty threats. This is personal.”
Speaking exclusively to SE, Tommy said: “He can say what he wants because talking is his game. Fighting is mine.
“On Sunday night, it is not about who can talk the best. It is about who can fight the best. He’s absolutely rubbish.
‘Jake can’t fight’
“I’ve been in boxing all my life. He can’t fight.
“Jake Paul, he is what he is. He’s a white-collar boxer.
“He’s going in there with somebody who wants to take his head clean off with every shot and he’s going to be dealing with everything that comes with a boxer.
“He’s not dealt with that before and it’s a big jump.”
Never before has there been a buzz this big around a fight between two such inexperienced boxers, who have just 14 official fights between them.
The bout is expected to break pay-per-view records, which will handsomely top up their fight fees — which are believed to be around £4million between them.
So for the fans tuning in to watch or listening for free on talkSPORT, how much action does Tommy think they will actually get to witness?
“Tommy TNT Fury wins the fight. 9-0. Here we come,” he predicts.
“It will be very, very lucky for him if he escapes the fourth round. Don’t be surprised if he goes in one or two.
“Whenever I hit this guy, it’ll be over.”
Jake, 26, ruined his rival’s baby announcement and branded Tommy’s influencer girlfriend Molly-May Hague the couple’s ‘breadwinner’
It will be hard to see the reality TV star, half-brother of heavyweight champion Tyson Fury, taken seriously in the sport, should the bout end in defeat
It will be hard to see the reality TV star, half-brother of heavyweight champion Tyson Fury, taken seriously in the sport, should the bout end in defeat — especially as he put his boxing career on hold in 2019 to appear on Love Island, where he met his other half.
Even his own family have joked they’ll disown him if he loses.
Tyson said: “I expect Tommy to chin him. If he doesn’t, he can stay in Saudi Arabia.”
A defeat for Jake, meanwhile, is unlikely to derail his career.
Many experts believe he will just reinvent himself in another sport, having previously dabbled with Mixed Martial Arts and even featured in WWE wrestling, while his promotions firm continues to go from strength to strength.
But despite having only previously fought six fights, all of them with non-professional boxers such as retired NBA star Nate Robinson, Jake is the bookies’ favourite to win in what they predict will be an incredibly tight contest.
And he also has the extra incentive of being awarded a ranking in the sport, should he win.
Former Heavyweight Champion Mike Tyson has tipped him to do just that, saying anyone who disrespects Jake “is out of their minds”.
Speaking to talkSPORT’s Spencer Oliver, Iron Mike, 56, said: “He’s won against people that he shouldn’t beat. And listen, I don’t think they brought him here to lose.
“He makes more money than the champions of boxing. So he’s an enigma.”
Another boxing great, Floyd Mayweather, said: “It’s good that Jake Paul is able to take his social media following and get some new eyes on the sport of boxing.
“And it’s a good match-up with those two. May the best man win.”
Cristiano Ronaldo, who plays in the Saudi Pro League with Al Nassr, is expected to be among the 15,000 fans in the Diriyah Arena, while A-listers including US comedian Kevin Hart and superstar rappers Drake and Kanye West are also tipped to attend.
It is yet to be confirmed if Tommy’s fiancée Molly-Mae will be joining the rest of the Fury clan in the Middle East, given she only gave birth to the couple’s daughter Bambi last month — which Jake informed the world about days before they did, much to their annoyance.
During his pre-match trash talking, Jake claimed Tommy was forced into taking on the fight for a much-needed payday.
The American said: “Molly is probably sitting there going, ‘Yo, I just had a baby — I can’t be the one to pay the bills the entire time’.
“He is going to be paid 20k a fight, minus taxes. He can only pay for so many diapers. It’s a hard business.”
Jake is so confident of a victory he even offered to change the terms of the bout during a pre-fight press conference, turning it into a winner-takes-all contest.
He has been in Saudi Arabia for weeks on his training camp, which has been compared to some of the Rocky movies after he was filmed jogging alongside locals on the street. And speaking to Piers Morgan on TalkTV on Thursday night, Jake was supremely confident his preparation will help him get the edge over his long-time rival.
Asked if he has “any doubt” the fight will end in anything other than victory, he replied: “No, I don’t. I’m confident in my preparation.
“Anything can happen in a boxing match but you work to make those things not happen. He just doesn’t have the power, the capabilities, to do anything to be able to defeat me.
“You’re going to see me knock this guy out.”
Whatever the outcome, the world will be watching.
It is yet to be confirmed if Molly-Mae will be joining the rest of the Fury clan in the Middle East
She only gave birth to the couple’s daughter Bambi last month
Jake sends Tommy warning ahead of fight
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I practice boxing alone?
You can also watch professional boxing matches live on TV if you don’t have a partner and want to learn boxing. You can also find an amateur boxing gym near you. Amateur boxing clubs often hold regular training sessions. These sessions often involve sparring partners who hit the pads together.
Punching bags are another option for practicing boxing. Before you hit the bag, make sure to wear protective gear like boxing gloves.
How to throw your jab.
Follow this step-by-step guide to throw a jab.
- With both feet, move forward
- Arrest your arm high above your shoulder.
- Bring your fist down towards your target.
- After hitting your target, raise your arm upwards.
- Continue with steps 1 through 4.
How does a beginner box at home?
Boxing is one our oldest sports. Boxing was developed in ancient times to train warriors for fighting against foes. Boxing is still a popular sport all over the globe. Boxing doesn’t require you to attend a gym. A pair of gloves, punching bags and a few sparring buddies are all you need.
Local amateur boxing clubs are also available where you can train with professional coaches. Once you’ve mastered basic punches and combinations, you’ll be ready to compete in tournaments.
How much weight should I lift to be a successful shopper?
You must lift weights if your goal is to increase strength. There are some things you need to remember when lifting weights. It is important to not do too much. Second, try to lift heavier weights every other day. Third, complete each exercise 8 times. Fourth, you should rest for two minutes between sets. Fifth, complete all exercises using no momentum. And finally, focus on form rather than speed.
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 is the most loved sport in the world. Two opponents fight each other to the death. Boxing rules vary from one country or another. There are generally three types of boxing: Amateur, Professional, and Olympic.
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 matches usually consist of three rounds lasting 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 have protective equipment such as mouthpieces. Professional boxing competitions include six rounds of four minutes each. There are many styles of professional boxing: Boxing, MMA (Mixed Martial Arts), Kickboxing and Muay Thai.
Olympic boxing is done at the Olympics. International standards dictate that boxers must wear protective gear. Each round lasts three minutes and is made up of eight rounds. Olympic boxing is limited to two styles: Light Flyweight and Heavyweight.
The basic skills of boxing are:
- Punching techniques
- Guarding techniques
- Footwork
- Stance
- Movement of the body
- Defense
- Combination
- Rotation
- Spare parts
Punching Techniques
There are seven types. Each punch is unique. Some punches need more power than others. For example, an uppercut is a powerful punch. A straight punch on the other side requires less power, but is more effective 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 can contain multiple parts. For example, a left hook followed by a right cross will cause damage to the opponent’s jaw.
Guard Techniques
A boxer protects himself by using his body. He does this by using his legs.
Legs
To defend against kicks, a boxer should use his legs. When he receives a kick, he raises his leg and moves away from the attacker. To avoid being kicked on his side, he will bend his knees if the attack is from the front. He will block the kick with his foot if the attack is coming from behind.
Elbows
Elbow strikes are very powerful because they inflict great pain. You can deliver an elbow strike 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 hands to block 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 allows him to put distance between himself, his opponent, and the ring. Additionally, boxers need to maintain their balance when they counter-attack.
Stances
To box effectively, a boxer must establish a stance. His stance will determine how he defends. It determines where he will face his opponent and how he will position his body. There are many stances available to boxers. Here are the most commonly used ones:
- Low stance
- High stance
- Southpaw stance
- Western stance
Move your body
Boxers must maneuver around their opponent to win fights. This involves changing positions, speed, rhythm and timing.
Rotation
To increase his punching power, a boxer rotates when he throws a punch. Different types of punches require different speeds for the rotation.
Combinations
Timing of each punch is crucial to the effectiveness of a combination. A good combination starts with a strong punch and ends with a weak one.
Spares
Sparring is a training session that improves boxing skills. During sparring sessions, a boxer trains his mind as well as his body. In conclusion, the purpose of sparring is to learn how to fight and not 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.
