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Liam Smith STOPS Chris Eubank Jr in fourth round of grudge match to crown himself Britain’s best middleweight

, Liam Smith STOPS Chris Eubank Jr in fourth round of grudge match to crown himself Britain’s best middleweight

LIAM SMITH battered Chris Eubank with a fourth-round assault to settle their simmering feud in sensational style.

Thursday’s press conference was a grubby affair, 34-year-old Smith started it by calling Eubank Jr a c***, then went on to accuse his rival of having his hairline and beard surgically boosted.

Chris Eubank Jr and Liam Smith collided in an eagerly-anticipate domestic dust-up in Manchester

Beefy Smith started the fight on the front foot and won the first two rounds

, Liam Smith STOPS Chris Eubank Jr in fourth round of grudge match to crown himself Britain’s best middleweight
Eubank Jr came back strong in the third and rocked Smith a series of uppercuts

, Liam Smith STOPS Chris Eubank Jr in fourth round of grudge match to crown himself Britain’s best middleweight
An elated Liam Smith celebrates his stunning stoppage of Chris Eubank Jr

The lowest point was when he suggested Eubank Jr was gay and perhaps in a relationship with Brazilian footballer Neymar, who he has played poker with on holidays.

Eubank Jr, who does not share much of his private life online, tried to take the high road but under much provocation, he snapped back and said he had heard rumours that Smith is unfaithful to his missus.

The British Boxing Board of Control are investigating the comments and could hit both men with fines.

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It was a needless way to hype a genuine 50-50 fight that feal fans were already excited to see – without any extra needle – but it revved Smith up perfectly and he got his revenge in the best way possible.

A ruthless right-hand-left hook did the damage dropped Eubank Jr first and he was never able to recover and Smith finished him off moments later.

After an even start, Eubank was pounded to the canvas twice and saved by the referee.

Eubank Jr, 33, was booed into the arena by the raging Liverpool fans backing their boy to cause an upset.

There were drinks aimed in his direction but thankfully none of the pints found their target and his entrance was a dry and safe one.

Eubank kept pinging out his long left jab and landed a few but Smith wanted him to throw it and kept looking to slip and counter with clubbing little hooks.

While the Scousers sang “f*** the Tories”, they shared a couple of clinches and tried to bully and intimidate

Smith enjoyed the second, scoring with a couple of thudding right hands.

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Right on the bell, with Eubank Jr under pressure again he ended the stanza with a little shimmy, to try to show that he wasn’t hurt.

In round three Eubank Jr landed half a dozen rasping uppercuts, Smith’s high-guard was no match for them as they slashed up through his defence and rocked his head back repeatedly.

But as soon as the fourth round started Smith steamed into his enemy and blitzed him.

A violent volley in Eubank’s own corner folded him into the canvas for an eight count from referee Victor Loughlin and the Hove man never recovered.

Smith raced across the ring and savaged him again.

Loughlin wisely waved the fight off, with Eubank Jr struggling to stand.

, Liam Smith STOPS Chris Eubank Jr in fourth round of grudge match to crown himself Britain’s best middleweight

, Liam Smith STOPS Chris Eubank Jr in fourth round of grudge match to crown himself Britain’s best middleweight

, Liam Smith STOPS Chris Eubank Jr in fourth round of grudge match to crown himself Britain’s best middleweight

But the beaten man was gutted and disorientated and shoved at the referee in dismay and team-mates from both sides dived in to stop any melee.

Smith will now race on and perhaps fight Kell Brook while Eubank Jr can still fall back on the Conor Benn fight that was cancelled in October.

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An elated Smith roared: “I knew all week that I could hurt Chris, I have beaten better guys than Chris and I have proven my chin. I have coped with better guys than Chris.

“I was judging the distance better as the fight went on and I knew I would get to him in the end.

“I had said I would hurt him and I wasn’t taking the mick. I knew he could not hurt me and I knew I could hurt him.

“This is the best atmosphere I have ever felt. I said all week that Chris was kidding people about his chin.

“I knew I could hurt him, I knew I was the bigger puncher and that’s a fact.

“If Chris wants the rematch we can do that on my terms.

“I agreed to the rematch clause beforehand so we can see, I can beat all the best fights at 160lbs and 154lbs.”

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the benefits of boxing?

Boxing has many health benefits. For one, boxing can help build strong bones and muscles. Boxing can improve your coordination and reflexes. It also strengthens the heart and lungs. Boxing doesn’t need any special equipment. You can use anything you have lying around the house.

How long does it usually take to become an elite boxer?

Professional boxing takes hard work and dedication. To become a professional fighter, you will need to devote at least 10 hours per weeks to training.

How to defend yourself

Protect your head when you are being attacked. Your goal is to avoid getting punched in the first place. You need to be able to block an incoming punch in order to avoid getting punched. Here’s what to do:

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  1. Elevate your shoulders high and straighten your shoulders.
  2. Keep your elbows in line with your sides.
  3. Block the punch from coming with your forearm.
  4. Counterattack immediately.
  5. Continue blocking until you see the attacker run away.
  6. Do not let up on your defense.

What is the difference of a left-hook and a right-cross?

A left hook is thrown to the side of your body, while a right-cross is thrown to the front.

A left hand hook is one that is thrown with the opponent’s right side facing. The elbow is bent 90 degrees and the wrist is turned 45 degrees toward the opponent.

With the palm facing the opponent, a right cross is performed. The elbow should be straight. The opponent’s wrist should be turned 45 degrees.

Statistics

  • It is just like normal sparring with a partner, but you want to throw punches at 75% of your normal speed. (wikihow.com)
  • 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)

External Links

expertboxing.com

en.wikipedia.org

How To

These are the basics of boxing

How to box efficiently

Boxing is the most loved sport in the world. It involves two people who attempt to knock each other out of their heads. There are different rules for boxing, and they vary from one country to the next. There are three main types of boxing: Amateur boxing, Professional boxing, and Olympic boxing.

Amateur boxing is often practiced at school, college, or university. This boxing style includes sparring sessions without protection, using padded gloves. Amateur boxing competitions usually last three rounds and last five minutes each. There are many styles of amateur boxing such as Kickboxing or Muay Thai, Taekwondo and Karate, Judo and Wrestling, among others.

Professional boxing is usually practiced in gyms, clubs 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 contests last six rounds and last for four minutes each. There are many styles of professional boxing: Boxing, MMA (Mixed Martial Arts), Kickboxing and Muay Thai.

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Olympic boxing is performed at the Olympics. Boxers are required to wear international standards-compliant protective gear. The competition lasts eight rounds of three minutes each. Only two types of Olympic boxing are available: Light Flyweight or Heavyweight.

Boxing is based on the following skills:

  • Techniques for punching
  • Guarding techniques
  • Footwork
  • Stance
  • The body moves
  • Defense
  • Combination
  • Rotation
  • Spare parts

Punching Techniques

There are seven types. Each punch is unique. Some punches require more force than others. An uppercut, for instance, requires tremendous strength. A straight punch, on the other hand requires less power and is quicker than other punches.

There are also different combinations. These are combinations of punches which work together to achieve a goal. A combination may have multiple parts. An example of this is a left hook, followed by a right crossing. This will damage the opponent’s jaw.

Guard Techniques

Boxers protect themselves by protecting their bodies. He does so by using his arms, elbows and hands as well as his knees, knees and legs.

Legs

To defend against kicks, a boxer should use his legs. After receiving a kick, he will raise his leg and move away from the attacker. To avoid being kicked on the sides, he bends at his knees when the attacker strikes from the front. If the attack is from the side, he will bend his knees to avoid being kicked on the side.

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Elbows

Because they inflict pain, elbow strikes can be very effective. You can either deliver an elbow strike directly, or indirectly. Directly means you hit your opponent directly with your forearm. While indirectly, it means you hit him with another section of your arm.

Hands

Boxers use the power of their hands to block any incoming blows. Boxers raise their fists to block incoming blows and then move in the direction of the attacker’s attack. They then touch the attackers fist.

Knees

Boxers should bend their knees when receiving blows to the abdomen, stomach, or chest. Knee strikes can be used to defend yourself.

Feet

A boxer should not be afraid to respond to an attack. He can then gain distance from his opponent. A boxer must also maintain his balance when responding to an opponent’s counter-attack.

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Stances

A boxer must have a stance in order to be effective at boxing. The way he defends himself will be determined by his stance. It dictates how he places his body and faces his opponent. Boxers have many options for stances. These are some of our most favorite:

  • Low stance
  • High stance
  • Southpaw stance
  • Western stance

Body Movement

In order to win a fight, a boxer must move around his opponent. This involves changing positions, speed, rhythm and timing.

Rotation

To increase his punching power, a boxer rotates when he throws a punch. Depending on the type and size of punch, the speed at which the rotation takes place varies.

Combinations

The timing of each punch determines the effectiveness of a combination. A good combination starts with a strong punch and ends with a weak one.

Spare parts

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Sparring is a training session that improves boxing skills. During sparring sessions, a boxer trains his mind as well as his body. Sparring, in conclusion, is about learning how to fight and not getting hurt.

In conclusion, learning to box requires dedication and patience. Boxing is a sport that requires dedication and perseverance.

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