BOXING promoter Eddie Hearn threw his support behind Jake Paul fighting Conor McGregor.
The YouTuber-turned-boxer has repeatedly declared his interest in pitting his wits against the UFC star, where he claims he will knock the Irishman out.
Jake Paul is 5-0 inside the boxing ring ahead of his bout against Anderson Silva
Conor McGregor has had one boxing fight – a KO loss to the legend Floyd Mayweather
It would be a real battle of the novices with Paul 5-0 inside the squared circle, while the Notorious has had one fight in boxing – a KO defeat against Floyd Mayweather in August 2017.
Paul is currently preparing to face Anderson Silva on October 29 after a bout to face Tommy Fury was scrapped for a second time.
But Hearn wants to see Paul take on McGregor in the ring.
Speaking to Sirius XM Boxing in late 2020, the Matchroom boss said: “I think it’s reasonably competitive, especially with the weight difference.
“Jake Paul vs Conor McGregor is a lot more competitive than Conor vs Floyd Mayweather.”
McGregor and Paul have been embroiled in a war-of-words in social media, with the Dublin native labelling the American as a “flop” and a “nobody”.
His comments came after Paul talked up a clash against McGregor in an interview with the MMA Hour.
Paul said his rival must get active again with the 34-year-old still recovering from a broken leg he suffered against Dustin Poirier last year.
He told Ariel Helwani: “I think for me, fighting a couple more times, continuing to knock some people out, and he has to get active again, who knows when that’s gonna happen?
“I think those two things need to happen, and then at some point, it’s gotta happen.
He added: “You know, why not? He’s a businessman, I’m a businessman, and that’s $75 to $100 million [£63m-£84.3m]for both of us.”
McGregor was quick to reply to the interview as he took to social media to criticise Paul.
Commenting on the unbeaten 5-0 ace, he tweeted: “You’ve [had] 2 fights and done 70k buys.”
Eddie Hearn thinks McGregor vs Paul would be ‘competitive’
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the advantages of learning to box
These are the reasons you need to learn how box.
- It builds confidence. You will be able to confront bullies and other bullies by learning to box.
- It improves your health. Boxing can help build muscle mass. Muscle mass makes you more powerful.
- It teaches self-defense skills. When you learn how to fight, you learn how to protect yourself.
- It builds mental toughness. Mental toughness is vital when facing difficult situations.
- It gives you a sense of accomplishment. You’ll feel like a true boxer once you master a technique.
- It’s fun! It’s fun!
- It’s cheap. All you need to do is get a pair or boxing gloves.
- It doesn’t need much space
What are the 7 punches in boxing?
There are seven boxing punches. They include jab and cross, hook and uppercut, straight right and left hook, as well as body shot. These punches attack the opponent’s head or body.
How can I defend my boxing skills by myself?
Boxing is one the oldest martial arts known. Boxing can also be considered to one of hardest sports to perform. You can’t just punch someone across the face and make him go away. You need to know how you can defend yourself against punches or kicks.
The first thing you need to do is find a boxing gym near you. Once you’ve found a good place to train, you’ll need to get some gloves and headgear. The gloves protect your hands, while the headgear protects you. You’ll also need to wear shorts and a T-shirt.
Once you’ve got all your equipment, you’ll need to warm up properly. You can start slowly and then increase speed gradually. If you feel ready, get on the bag and start sparring with another boxer. Don’t be disappointed if you do not succeed. It doesn’t matter if you fail, just keep trying until you succeed.
How can a beginner start boxing at home?
Boxing is one the oldest known sports. Boxing was initially developed by ancient warriors to defeat enemies. Today, boxing is still widely practiced around the world. You don’t need to go to the gym to box. You only need a pair of gloves and some punching bags.
There are many local amateur boxing groups that you can join to train with professionals. When you are proficient in basic punches and combinations you will be ready to compete at tournaments.
What are the different types and uses of boxing gloves?
There are three types of boxing gloves available: mitts and fingerless mitts. Mitten gloves are padded around the knuckles. Fingerless mitts have no padding around the knuckles but still cover the fingers. Full-fingered gloves have padding around the entire hand.
The mitten is used to punch or hit with the fist. Fingerless mitt glove are for striking the index finger with the knuckle. Full-fingered boxing gloves are used for punching with the whole fist.
How can I improve my punching form?
Boxing is all in the form of punching. You must develop good punch technique if you want to become a better boxer. These tips will help improve your punching skills.
- Keep your head high. While throwing punches, keep your head up.
- Punch from the shoulder. Try to punch from the shoulder, not the chin when you throw a punch.
- Your feet are your focus. Avoid moving your feet while you punch.
- Throw short, quick punches. You will feel tired quicker if you throw longer punches.
- Don’t forget about defense! Always be ready to stop any incoming punches.
- Use your elbows. Your elbows can be used to protect yourself.
- Learn how to use your legs. You can avoid being knocked to the ground if you learn how to properly use your legs.
- Always practice. Even though you may feel tired after training, keep going. It takes practice to get good at anything.
- Have fun Enjoy what’s going on.
- Breathe. Correct breathing will help you feel stronger and more energetic.
- Relax. Do not worry about making mistakes. Don’t worry about making mistakes. Instead, focus on learning new skills.
- Be patient. Boxing isn’t easy. It takes time to master your skills.
- Never stop improving. As long there is still room for improvement, there will continue to be improvement.
- You can listen to music. Music can help you relax and concentrate during training.
- Check out these videos featuring professional boxers. It can inspire you to do better.
- Read books. Reading can help you understand boxing techniques better.
- You need to take breaks. Sometimes, you need to take a break. Play soccer or basketball outside.
- Find a coach. You can improve your boxing skills by having a coach who is knowledgeable.
- Push-ups: Push-ups help build strength and endurance.
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
expertboxing.com
en.wikipedia.org
How To
Here are some basic skills in boxing
How to box effectively
Boxing is one the most well-known sports in the world. Two opponents fight each other to the death. The rules of boxing vary from country to country. There are three types generally of boxing: Amateur (Professional) and Olympic (Olympic).
Amateur boxing is often practiced at school, college, or university. This boxing style includes sparring sessions without protection, using padded gloves. Usually amateur boxing competitions consist of three rounds of five minutes each. There are many types of amateur boxing: Kickboxing, Muay Thai and Taekwondo.
Boxing is often practiced in gyms or clubs. They are equipped with protective equipment including a mouthpiece and nose guard, shinguards as well as elbow pads, knee pads. Waist belts and groin protectors. 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 practiced at the Olympics. Boxers are required to wear international standards-compliant protective gear. Each round lasts three minutes and is made up of 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
- Body movement
- Defense
- Combination
- Rotation
- Spares
Punching Techniques
There are seven types. Each punch comes with its own technique. Some punches are more powerful than others. For example, an uppercut requires great force. On the contrary, a straight punch takes less power but is faster than most punches.
There are also various punching combinations. These are combinations that combine punches to accomplish a particular goal. One combination can have many parts. For example, a left hook followed by a right cross will cause damage to the opponent’s jaw.
Guard Techniques
Boxers protect themselves by protecting their bodies. He uses his arms, legs, elbows, knees, knees, and feet to do this.
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. 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
Because they inflict pain, elbow strikes can be very effective. An elbow strike may be delivered directly or in an indirect manner. Directly, you strike your opponent with your forearm. Indirectly, you hit him with another portion of your arm.
Hands
Boxers use their hands as a shield against incoming punches. To do this, they raise their fists higher than their heads and move their arms in the direction that the attack is coming. They then make contact with their attacker’s fist.
Knees
When receiving a blow to the stomach, abdomen or chest, a boxer should bend his knees to absorb the impact. A lot of boxers use knee strikes to defend themselves.
Feet
When attacked, a boxer should step back and deliver counter-attacks. This way, he can gain distance between himself and his opponent. Also, boxers must maintain their balance while delivering counter-attacks.
Stances
To box effectively, a boxer must establish a stance. The way he defends himself will be determined by his stance. It determines his position and the direction he will face. There are many stances available to boxers. These are some of our most favorite:
- Low stance
- High stance
- Southpaw stance
- Western stance
Move your body
A boxer must change his position, speed and rhythm in order to win the fight. This involves changing position, speed and rhythm.
Rotation
Rotating his arm to increase the puncher’s reach is a key part of boxing. You can rotate at different speeds depending upon the punch.
Combinations
The timing of each punch determines the effectiveness of a combination. A combination that works well starts with strong punches and ends with weak ones is a winning combination.
Spare parts
Sparring, a boxing practice session, is designed to improve your boxing skills. During sparring sessions, a boxer trains his mind as well as his body. The goal of sparring is to learn to fight, and not to get hurt.
Learning to box takes dedication and patience. To become a better boxer, you must train hard and for a long time.
