KSI has revealed a gruesome eye injury he sustained ahead of his upcoming return to the ring.
The social media star, 29, will face Joe Fournier on Saturday 13 May.
KSI has revealed his gruesome new eye injury…
The star said it came from a clash of heads in sparring in his new YouTube video today…
Ahead of that clash, he appeared on the latest episode of his Sidemen show to promote the bout.
However, the man with 16.2 million followers on social media already looked like he had received a hefty beating as he sported a swollen eye and bust lip.
Laughing at the start of the video, KSI said: “Yo, what’s up? It’s your boy KSI… mind the eye.
“I got it during sparring. Just a clash of heads.”
But that does not seem to be deterring the fighter as he insisted his training for the bout could not be better.
KSI, real name Olajide Olayinka Williams Olatunji, said: “Training camp is going well.
“Obviously I took a little break. I felt like it was good for me.
“I felt like I was really able to step back and reflect on my whole life, my whole situation because I feel like I’ve just been going at a hundred miles an hour in general especially this year.”
He added: “So much has happened I still haven’t taken in that I knocked out Temperrr in the first round, like, I wasn’t able to take that whole moment, you know, me fighting at Wembley Arena and everyone going crazy and everything.
“Everything has just moved and I’ve just done so many things after that, that I haven’t been able to just settle and take it all in.”
Earlier this month KSI and Fournier, 40, clashed on stage at a heated press conference ahead of their bout at the Misfits Boxing event in London.
Fournier double-handed shoved KSI – real name in the chest.
KSI refrained from reacting to the push, remaining calm and opting instead to continue to stare down the British businessman.
Prior to landing the first physical blow of their rivalry, a fired-up Fournier roared: “At the end of the day I am coming to take the guy’s whole legacy.
“I’m here to be the new face of Misfits. I want to have a scrap with the guy.
“The guy made his career playing FIFA. He beats me at FIFA but this isn’t FIFA.
“This is us standing there 18lb, 10oz gloves and he talks about explosive and power but it is all relative.
“David Haye didn’t knock me out so I would like to trade with him and I want it to be a fight that goes down in history.
“I want him to be the best he can be I don’t want me to walk all over him in 40 seconds, like I think is going to happen.”
KSI responded with his own jibes, but it was his apology for using a racial slur in a recently-aired YouTube video which dominated the presser.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I practice boxing defense by myself?
Boxing is the oldest known martial art. Boxing is one of the most difficult sports you can play. You can’t just punch someone across the face and make him go away. You must be able defend yourself from kicks and punches.
The first thing you need to do is find a boxing gym near you. Once you have found a suitable place to train you’ll need some gloves or headgear. Gloves protect you hands while the helmet protects your head. You’ll also need to wear shorts and a T-shirt.
Once you have everything you need, you will need to warm up. Start off slowly and gradually work your way up to full speed. You can then go to the mat and spar with another fighter when you feel ready. Don’t worry if you miss. You can always try again until it is perfect.
What are the advantages of boxing?
Boxing is associated with many health benefits. Boxing has many health benefits. It helps strengthen your bones and muscles. It enhances your coordination as well as reflexes. It also strengthens the heart and lungs. The best part is that boxing doesn’t require any special equipment. Anything you have in your house can be used.
What are the 7 punches used in boxing?
These seven punches are: jab cross, hook hook, uppercut straight right, left hook and body shot. These punches attack the opponent’s head or body.
Statistics
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How To
These are the basic skills of boxing
How to box effectively
Boxing is one the most well-known sports in the world. It consists of two opponents who try to knock out each other’s head. There are different rules for boxing, and they vary from one country to the next. There are three types: Amateur, Professional, or Olympic boxing.
Amateur boxing usually takes place at school, college and university. This type of boxing includes sparring sessions with padded gloves and without any protection. Amateur boxing contests are usually three rounds in length, lasting five minutes each. There are many styles of amateur boxing such as Kickboxing or Muay Thai, Taekwondo and Karate, Judo and Wrestling, among others.
Boxing professionals are usually trained in clubs, gyms, or stadiums. 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 consist of six rounds lasting four minutes each. There are several different styles of professional boxing including Boxing, MMA (Mixed Martial Arts), Kickboxing, Muay Thai, Taekwondo and others.
Olympic boxing takes place at the Olympics. International standards dictate that boxers must wear protective gear. The competition lasts approximately three minutes for each round. Olympic boxing can be divided into two types: Light Flyweight (Heavyweight) and Heavyweight (Light Flyweight).
The basic skills of boxing are:
- Punching techniques
- Guarding techniques
- Footwork
- Stance
- The body moves
- Defense
- Combination
- Rotation
- Spare parts
Punching Techniques
There are seven types: Left Hook (right hook), Right Hook (uppercut), Cross (cross), Straight, Overhand, Underhand. Each punch has its own technique. Some punches require more force 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 also many combinations. These are combinations of punches that work together to achieve a specific goal. An entire combination could have several parts. A combination may include multiple parts. For example, damage to the jaw of an opponent can be caused by a left hook and a right cross.
Guard Techniques
A boxer uses his body to protect himself against attacks. He does this by using his legs.
Legs
Boxers should use the legs to protect themselves against kicks. If he gets kicked, he raises one leg and turns away from his attacker. To avoid being kicked in the side, he bends down if the attacker attacks from the front. If the attack is from the side, he will bend his knees to avoid being kicked on the side.
Elbows
Because they cause great pain, elbow strikes are extremely effective. You can deliver an elbow strike directly or indirectly. Directly refers to hitting your opponent with the forearm, while indirect means you hit him using another part of your arms.
Hands
Boxers use both their hands and arms to prevent incoming blows. 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 touch the attackers fist.
Knees
When receiving a blow to the stomach, abdomen or chest, a boxer should bend his knees to absorb the impact. Knee strikes can be used to defend yourself.
Feet
When attacked, a boxer should step back and deliver counter-attacks. This will help him gain distance from his opponent. Also, boxers must maintain their balance while delivering counter-attacks.
Stances
Boxing effectively requires a boxer to have a good 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 stances available to boxers. Here are the most commonly used ones:
- Low stance
- High stance
- Southpaw stance
- Western stance
Moving your body
To win a fight, a fighter must move around the opponent. This includes changing 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 punch will determine the effectiveness and efficiency of a combination. A good combination starts with a strong punch and ends with a weak one.
Sparring
Sparring is an exercise session to improve boxing skills. A sparring session is where a boxer trains both his mind and his body. Sparring, in conclusion, is about learning how to fight and not getting hurt.
You need to have patience and dedication in order to learn how boxing works. To become a better fighter, you have to train hard and continue to work.
