DANA WHITE mocked Jake Paul for his upcoming fight with Nate Diaz and loss to Tommy Fury.
The YouTuber-turned boxer returns to the ring on August 5 in Texas against Diaz, who last year walked out on the UFC when his contract expired.
Jake Paul is set to fight Nate Diaz next
UFC president Dana White with Nate Diaz
It comes after Paul suffered defeat for the first time in February, losing a split-decision to Fury in Saudi Arabia.
So UFC president White was quick to aim a dig when asked about the upcoming bout with his ex-fighter Diaz.
He said on The Jim Rome Show: “I’ve been trying not to [criticise it]. I like Nate. Nate and I have a good relationship.
“Listen, Jake Paul went out and fought a real boxer who was his age, his weight, and he lost.
“So as soon as he loses, he goes back to a 40-year-old MMA fighter who’s smaller than him [and] not his weight.
“Listen, it’s just one of those fights. I know that some people are into this. It’s just not what I’m into. It’s not my thing.”
Diaz, who is in fact 38, is the fourth opponent of Paul’s with an MMA background and will make his professional boxing debut.
It comes after Ben Askren, 38, Tyron Woodley, 41, and Anderson Silva, 48, were all also beaten by the internet personality.
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But when Paul, 26, faced a recognised boxer for the first time in Fury, 24, he suffered defeat.
A rematch was expected to follow until Diaz surprisingly signed to face Paul instead.
But the American – speaking at the Miami Grand Prix – insisted that the celebrity boxing rivals WILL fight again soon.
Paul told Sky Sports: “It’s going to happen, it’s going to happen for sure.
“I think it was a great fight, it was entertaining, it was the biggest pay-per-view buys in boxing for the last two years so I think we have to run it back.
“Tommy is down and I’m excited for that.”
Tommy Fury beat Jake Paul on points
Frequently Asked Questions
How can a beginner start boxing at home?
Boxing is one the oldest known sports. Boxing was developed in ancient times to train warriors for fighting against foes. Today, boxing is widely practiced all over the world. Boxing doesn’t require you to attend a gym. You will need some gloves, punching bag, and some friends to spar.
You can also find local amateur boxing clubs where you can join and get trained by professional coaches. You’ll be ready for tournaments once you have mastered basic combinations and punches.
What are the differences between different types of boxing gloves
There are three types: mitts (fingerless mitts), full-fingerered gloves, and mitts (fingerless mitts). The padding around the knuckles of mitten gloves is called padding. Fingerless mitts are not padded around the knuckles and still cover the fingers. Full-finger gloves have padding all over the 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 can I practice boxing without a partner?
You can also watch professional boxing matches live on TV if you don’t have a partner and want to learn boxing. Or you can find an amateur boxing club near you. Regular training sessions are a common feature of amateur boxing clubs. These sessions are often attended by sparring partners who share the same pads.
You can also use punching bags to practice boxing. Just make sure that you’re wearing protective gear such as boxing gloves before hitting the bag.
What is the difference between a left hook and a 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, while the wrist is turned 45 degrees towards the opponent.
A right cross can be thrown with the palm facing towards the opponent’s face, and the elbow straight. The opponent’s wrist is rotated 45 degrees to the side.
How to protect yourself
You must protect your head whenever you are attacked. Avoid getting punched. To do so, you need to know how to block an incoming punch. Here’s the way to do it.
- Be tall and square your shoulders.
- Keep your elbows close together.
- Block the incoming punch by using your forearm.
- Counterattack immediately.
- Continue blocking until you see the attacker run away.
- Don’t give up on your defense.
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)
External Links
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How To
How to learn how to box for fitness
How to learn how to box for Exercise
Boxing is a sport that improves self confidence and physical fitness. Boxing is one the most loved sports in the world. It requires speed, strength, agility, stamina and coordination.
Boxing is a great way of getting fit and feeling good about yourself. It will be a fun activity that you will want to do again and again.
There are many kinds of boxing programs. You can choose to train in a gym or at home. Others require that you go to a health club. Online courses are available that you can access anywhere in the world.
When choosing a program, make sure that it meets your goals and fits into your lifestyle. The best programs focus on exercises that increase muscle mass, flexibility and cardiovascular endurance. They also promote overall well being.
Also, consider whether you prefer an advanced or beginner course. Basic techniques and drills are taught in beginner’s programs. These include shadowboxing and sparring, mittwork, and punching combinations. Advanced programs offer more variety and more complex movements.
These programs are generally less expensive than $100 and last for eight weeks. However, they do not offer guidance on nutrition, weight reduction, injury prevention, or any other aspects of boxing training.
Advanced programs typically last six months and cost around $300. These programs often include nutrition advice, stretching routines and warm-up exercises. They also provide instruction on proper technique. In addition, some programs incorporate resistance training (such as lifting weights) and aerobic conditioning (such as running).
