JAKE PAUL has called on stars of KSI’s Misfits Boxing to “respect the sport” and slammed the “circus” fights on show.
KSI, 29, last year launched the promotion to give a home to crossover and celebrity fights with events aired on DAZN.
Jake Paul says the Misfits bouts are far removed from real boxing
KSI is the owner of Misfits Boxing
But the lines between true sports and entertainment have been blurred since Misfists’ rise.
In March, they introduced tag-team boxing to a mixture of fanfare and outrage.
And on this Saturday’s pay-per-view event, two content creators who weigh a combined total of almost 60 STONE are set to fight.
It leaves KSI’s arch rival Paul critical of the direction Misfits is going in and slammed that it is “not a sport”.
He said: “I think it is definitely on the WWE-side of things.
“And it’s definitely a separate thing than the boxing purists should be interested in. But I do see how it has entertainment value.
“The problem with it is that they call it ‘boxing’ and ‘influencer boxing. It’s just more like this circus spectacle, which is fine but let’s not ruin the sport of boxing.
“Because I think influencer boxing added fans to the sport and brought more respect and credibility when people were taking it very, very seriously and putting on really good fights.
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“Now they’re doing tag-teams and it’s all these different weight classes, they’re only fighting like two or three rounds.
“Like, that’s not a sport, go in there fight six rounds, do a proper f*****g training camp, get f*****g good and respect the sport.
“So, I see how it could bring more fans but I just don’t want it to turn into this like, WWE thing.
“And it’s nothing against the WWE – I love the WWE – but in terms of boxing, it’s just different.”
Paul, 26, similarly owns his own Most Valuable Promotions, and co-hosts his bouts.
He also has champions like Amanda Serrano, 34, and top prospect Ashton Sylve, 19, signed to his banner.
Paul has recently launched his Most Valuable Prospect series, to try and find the next big boxing talent – not personality.
He said: “I just love this sport and I’m surrounded by real fighters all the time.
“Most Valuable Prospects will be real, young, hungry boxers who have been fighting their whole entire life and we want to give them a platform in a professional way.
“I want to find the next Muhammad Ali, the next Mike Tyson, through Most Valuable Prospects. I’m not trying to find the next Salt Papi and all this stuff.
“It’s fun but I’m trying to grow the next generation of talent and boxers and help women’s boxing and sign world champions and get the paydays that they deserve.
“This WWE, Misfits s*** is kind of a separate side thing that I don’t really care about.”
Women’s boxing champion Amanda Serrano with Jake Paul
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the advantages of learning to box
Here are some reasons to learn boxing:
- It builds confidence. Being able to box will help you face bullies and other bullies.
- It can improve your health. Boxing is good for building muscle mass. Muscle mass makes you stronger.
- It helps you to learn self-defense skills. Learning how to fight is the first step to protecting yourself.
- It develops your mental toughness. Mental toughness is vital when facing difficult situations.
- It gives you a sense of accomplishment. When you master a particular technique, it will make you feel like a true fighter.
- It’s fun! It’s fun!
- It’s cheap. All you need are a pair of punching bags and boxing gloves.
- It doesn’t require much space
What does it take to become professional boxer?
To become a professional boxer, it takes dedication and years of hard work. To become a professional fighter, you will need to devote at least 10 hours per weeks to training.
How to throw a jab:
Follow this step-by-step guide to throw a jab.
- With both feet, move forward
- Lift your arm up above your shoulder.
- Your target is at your feet.
- After hitting your target you should swing your arm up.
- Steps 1 through 4 can be repeated.
Is it possible to learn boxing?
You can box if you want. It is easy to find a gym that offers boxing classes in your area and then join one. Although most gyms offer free classes to their members, it is possible to search Google for other local boxing clubs.
Also, you will need equipment such as gloves, mouthpiece, headgear, sparring partners, and headgear. Once you have the necessary equipment, you are ready to practice your punches or kicks.
How can I improve my defense in fighting?
Learning how to fight intelligently can help you improve your defense. You need to be able to defend yourself from all angles and counterattack if necessary.
You won’t be able to fight if you don’t know what fighting is. You’ll just get beaten up. But, if you are able to fight, you will be prepared for any situation.
These are some tips that will help you improve your defense.
- Know where your opponent’s attack is coming from. This means you should pay attention to what your opponent is saying. For example, if he looks nervous, this could mean that his next attack is coming soon.
- Remain calm. Don’t panic. Instead, try to remain focused and relaxed.
- Block with your arms. Blocking with your arms is an effective and simple way to defend against attacks.
- Counterattack. If you see your opponent attacking you, then you need to counterattack immediately.
- Fight dirty. Fighting dirty is another method to defend yourself. If you are being kicked by your opponent, you can respond by kick him back.
How many punches can a human take?
A punch is “a blow delivered by a fist”. The human body can only take one punch at a given time. You are punching someone in the face if they hit you. You cannot hit someone’s back. That would mean two punches.So, technically speaking, humans can only take one punch at a time!
How do you train boxers for beginners?
Boxing is one, if not the oldest, sport in existence. But boxing only recently became more popular. Two fighters fight each other in boxing. They punch one another until one falls.
The first step towards becoming a boxer is to find out if you like boxing. Check out some YouTube fights to get a feel for what it is like to hit someone. Once you have decided that boxing is for you, you can decide what style of fight you prefer.
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
en.wikipedia.org
boxandflow.com
How To
How to learn to box for exercise
How to box for exercise
The goal of learning boxing is to improve your physical fitness level and develop self confidence. Boxing is one of the most popular sports in the world. It requires strength, speed, agility, stamina, coordination, balance, power and accuracy.
Learning how to box is a great way to get fit and feel good about yourself. You will find that the activity is enjoyable and you want to continue doing it.
There are many boxing training options. You can choose to train in a gym or at home. Others require that you go to a health club. Online courses allow you to learn from anywhere in the globe.
Be sure to consider your goals when choosing a program. Also, ensure it fits your lifestyle. The best programs include exercises designed to build muscle mass, increase flexibility, improve cardiovascular endurance, and enhance overall well-being.
You should also consider whether you prefer a beginner’s course or a more advanced one. Beginner’s programs typically teach fundamental techniques and drills like shadowboxing, sparring and mitt work. Advanced programs cover more complex movements and offer more variety.
These programs are generally less expensive than $100 and last for eight weeks. These programs do not provide guidance about nutrition, weight, injury prevention or any other aspect of boxing training.
Advanced programs can last up to six months, and usually cost about $300. These programs include nutrition advice and stretching routines. Some programs offer resistance training (such lifting weights) as well as aerobic conditioning (such running).
