LEIGH WOOD’S featherweight world title defence – billed as ‘Dance with the Devil’ – was ended by a left hook from hell.
The 34-year-old Nottingham man was streets ahead on the cards against the Mexican 24-year-old Mauricio Lara, after six rounds.
Leigh Wood was brutally knocked out by Mauricio Lara in their WBA World Featherweight title clash
Floored Wood was unable to recover after the brutal left hook
After the right, Wood needed oxygen as he recovered
But his short reign as a 9st king came crashing to a dead end when the little Devil – draped in red – scorched him in seven.
For six rounds Wood was fighting like an angel and close to setting up a summer showdown with Leeds legend Josh Warrington at the City Ground.
Then Lara – who refuelled at Friday’s weigh-in with a giant pizza and bottle of Coke – sliced his dreams apart with a sensational punch.
Both dangerous power punchers prodded out jabs in the the opener, then Lara skimmed Wood’s curls with the same left hooks that savaged Warrington back in 2021.
The Gedling icon ended up landing the cleaner shots thanks to his longer levers and deafening crowd.
Wood dominated Lara for six rounds
Blood pours from above Wood’s left eye after a clash of heads
Wood came for the second with a blob of grease over his left eye trying to clog up a cut.
Lara could see and smell blood but it was the Brit who enjoyed most of the round until a right hook spun the fight on its head.
Wood was wobbled and staggering, he clung on to the steamrollering challenger and then tucked up and survived until the bell.
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Wood dominated the third with precise and powerful punches, left hooks and right hands, that stopped the Bullish South American – nicknamed Bronco – in his tracks.
The Englishman landed flush and scoring blows in the fourth too but it was only his face that was reddening deeper and leaking more blood. Lara’s punches were less frequent but more vicious.
Wood’s 8,000-strong support were on their feet in the fifth when he winded the visitor with a right hook to his left flank. But the action was always on a knife edge.
The champion was magnificent in round six, he stunned Lara with a handful of arrow-like rights and made him miss like a drunken pub brawler. But the freakish little Mexican was still stalking him and showing no serious signs of lasting damage.
But then it all went wrong when a left hook robbed him of his senses.
Wood collapsed onto the floor and as he beat the count trainer Ben Davison wisely threw in the towel.
It was a tragic end by a scary fighter.
After the fight, a heartbroken Wood revealed his intentions for revenge.
Mexican Lara celebrates his epic win over Wood
Ben Davison congratulates Lara following the KO
He said: “I am a fighter I wanted to keep going but congratulations to Mauricio Lara. I made a mistake and I paid for it.
“I want the rematch, absolutely.”
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take you to learn how to box?
Boxing is one the oldest forms of martial arts. China is where the first known boxing match took place in 2200 BC. Boxing has been practiced over thousands of year. Boxing is still a popular sport among celebrities and athletes. It takes approximately 10 months to master boxing.
The reason why it takes so long to learn boxing is because it involves many different types of movements. To be able to perform each movement correctly, certain muscles are required. It takes time to train these muscles.
After you learn how to move your own body, you can practice any type of boxing. You’ll get better at each technique over time.
How long does it take for you to learn boxing
Boxing takes approximately 3 months to learn. It takes 3 months to learn the basics of boxing, including footwork, stance and balance. It is important to remember that boxing does not just involve throwing punches. You must also learn to block and dodge attacks.
What are the 7 punches used in boxing?
The seven punches used in boxing include the jab (cross), hook, uppercut; straight right; left hook; and body shot. These punches can be used to strike the opponent’s head and body.
How long does boxers train for a day?
Boxing trainers work out for at least 4 hours each day. They also spend time studying boxing techniques, learning new moves, and practicing their punches. Boxers often spar up to 10 times a week.
How can I improve my defense in fighting?
Learn how to fight smart and you can improve your fighting defense. You need to know how defense against attacks from every angle is possible, as well how to counterattack in case of emergency.
If you don’t know the art of fighting, you won’t have the ability to win any fights. You’ll just get beaten up. However, if your fight skills are solid, you’ll be ready to face any challenge.
Here are some suggestions to help improve your defense.
- You need to know where your opponent is coming from. This means that you need to pay close attention and observe your opponent’s body language. For example, if he looks nervous, this could mean that his next attack is coming soon.
- Keep your cool. Don’t panic. Instead, remain calm and focused.
- Block with the arms of your armour. You can defend yourself against attacks by blocking with your arms.
- Counterattack. You should immediately counterattack your opponent if they are attacking you.
- Fight dirty. Fighting dirty can be a way to defend yourself. If your opponent kicks you in the face, you can counter by kicking him back.
What is Boxing, exactly?
Boxing is a sport that involves two people who try to knock each other out by hitting them in the head and face. Boxing is about hitting an opponent as hard possible, without inflicting any injuries. To achieve this, both boxers should be able to throw punches with high velocity. They must also have good hand-eye coordination.
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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)
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How To
How to box for training
How to Learn to Box For Exercise
Learning boxing will help you improve your self-confidence and physical fitness. Boxing has become a very popular sport. It requires strength and speed as well agility, coordination, balance, power, and accuracy.
It’s a great way for you to feel fit and healthy. It will be a fun activity that you will want to do again and again.
There are many options for boxing training. Some programs are offered at local gyms and others at your home. There are also online courses which allow you to study from anywhere in the world.
You should ensure that the program you select meets your lifestyle and goals. The best programs focus on exercises that increase muscle mass, flexibility and cardiovascular endurance. They also promote overall well being.
You should also consider whether you prefer a beginner’s course or a more advanced one. 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.
Programs for beginners usually last eight weeks and cost less that $100. However, they do not offer guidance on nutrition, weight reduction, injury prevention, or any other aspects of boxing training.
Advanced programs usually last for six months and are around $300. These programs include nutrition advice and stretching routines. In addition, some programs incorporate resistance training (such as lifting weights) and aerobic conditioning (such as running).
