JAKE PAUL has been urged to fight Nate Diaz in his MMA debut by Brendan Loughnane after the pair exchanged Instagram messages.
Paul signed with the Professional Fighters League this year and will take on a promotional role while also competing in the cage.
Jake Paul is signed with PFL
The YouTuber-turned boxer will head up a new “super-fight” series, away from the PFL’s usual regular season.
That consists of qualifying and knockout stages, where points are earned per method of victory in the opening two bouts.
The top four in each weight then progress into the victory-or-go-home stage.
It sets up a winner-take-all finale fight where a title belt and $1million cash prize lays in wait.
Britain’s Loughnane went all the way last year and returns this season defending his featherweight crown and eyeing another cash prize.
And he has the backing of Paul, after the pair exchanged DMs on social media.
Loughnane told ESPN: “I like Jake. Me and Jake have been conversating since he took PFL stakes.
“He must have realised who I was then. He added me on Instagram, we’ve been talking back and forth.
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“Jake’s a cool guy. I’m glad he’s bringing more eyes to the PFL. Keep them all coming.”
Loughnane, 33, kicks off his 2023 campaign on Saturday in Las Vegas against ex-UFC title challenger Marlos Moraes, 34.
Meanwhile Paul, 26, is coming off his first career loss following a split-decision defeat to Tommy Fury, 23, in Febuary.
The pair look set to rematch following the success of their pay-per-view blockbuster in Saudi Arabia.
And it could further backdate Paul’s impending debut in the PFL cage but Loughnane wants to see him face Nate Diaz, 37, in a two-fight deal.
He said: “Here’s what I want. I want them to fight in boxing, and then I want them to rematch in PFL. Exciting times. Let’s put it that way.”
PFL featherweight champion Brendan Loughnane
Frequently Asked Questions
How to defend yourself:
Always defend your head when you’re being attacked. The goal is to avoid getting punched. You must know how to stop an incoming punch. Here are the steps:
- Be tall and square your shoulders.
- Keep your elbows close together.
- Block the incoming punch with your forearm.
- Counterattack immediately.
- Continue blocking until the attacker runs away.
- Don’t let your defense slip.
What is Boxing?
Boxing involves two people trying to knock each others out with punches in the face and head. The object of boxing is to hit an opponent as hard as possible without hurting yourself. In order for this to happen, both boxers must be able to throw punches at high speed. They also need to have good hand-eye coordination.
How to throw the jab
To throw a jab, simply follow this simple step-by-step guide:
- Get up with both feet.
- Raise your arm above your shoulder.
- Place your fist on the target.
- After hitting your target you should swing your arm up.
- Repeat steps 1 through 4.
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
These are the basic skills of boxing
How to effectively box
Boxing is a popular sport. 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 can be practiced at school or college. This boxing style includes sparring sessions without protection, using padded gloves. Amateur boxing competitions usually last three rounds and last five minutes each. There are many styles to amateur boxing like Kickboxing. Muay Thai. Taekwondo. Karate. Judo. Wrestling.
Boxing is typically practiced in clubs, stadiums or gyms. 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 many types of professional boxing. These include Boxing (MMA), Kickboxing (Mixed Martial Arts), Muay Thai and Taekwondo.
Olympic boxing can be seen at the Olympics. International standards require that boxers use special protective gear. The eight rounds last three minutes each and are held over eight rounds. There are only two styles of Olympic boxing; Light Flyweight and Heavyweight.
The basic skills of boxing are:
- Punching techniques
- Guarding techniques
- Footwork
- Stance
- Body movement
- Defense
- Combination
- Rotation
- Spare parts
Punching Techniques
There are seven types. Each punch has its own technique. Some punches require more strength than others. An example of this is an uppercut, which requires tremendous force. A straight punch on the other side requires less power, but is more effective than other punches.
There are also many combinations. These are combinations of punches which work together to achieve a 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
A boxer protects himself by using his body. He does this using his legs and arms, elbows as well as hands, knees and feet.
Legs
To defend against kicks, a boxer should use his legs. He raises his leg when he is hit with a kick and then moves away from the opponent. To avoid being kicked on the sides, he bends at his knees when the attacker strikes 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 may be delivered directly or in an indirect manner. Directly means that your opponent is hit with your forearm. However, indirectly means that your elbow strike is delivered with another part or your arm.
Hands
Boxers use the power of their hands to block any incoming blows. They raise their fists high above their heads and point them in the direction of an 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. For defense purposes, knee strikes are common.
Feet
Boxers should respond to being attacked by their opponent by standing back and delivering counter-attacks. This allows him to put distance between himself, his opponent, and the ring. In addition, when delivering a counter-attack, a boxer should keep his balance.
Stances
Boxing is only possible if a boxer has a clear stance. His stance determines how he defends himself. It determines where he will face his opponent and how he will position his body. There are many positions that boxers can adopt. These are the most popular:
- Low stance
- High stance
- Southpaw stance
- Western stance
Moving your body
A boxer must be able to move around his opponent in order to win a 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. You can rotate at different speeds depending upon the punch.
Combinations
The timing of each individual punch affects the effectiveness or failure of a combination. A combination is good if it starts with a strong punch then ends with a weaker one.
Sparring
Sparring is a practice session designed to improve boxing skills . Sparring is a training session that helps a boxer train his mind and body. The goal of sparring is to learn to fight, and not to get hurt.
In conclusion, learning to box requires dedication and patience. To be a better boxer you need to train hard.
