MMA and OnlyFans star Sammy-Jo Luxton is set to make her boxing debut on Floyd Mayweather’s undercard this weekend.
Mayweather, 46, is taking on Geordie Shore’s Aaron Chalmers in an exhibition bout at the O2 Arena in London on Saturday.
Sammy-Jo Luxton has made her name in Muay Thai
She has also accumulated a fanbase on social media
She has more than 30,000 followers on Instagram
Luxton frequently shares pictures for her followers
Luxton wants to become a world champion in Muay Thai, MMA and boxing
But among those on the undercard is Muay Thai, MMA and boxing prospect Luxton, 23.
Earlier this month, she revealed she had signed with the Professional Fighter’s League in a bid to further a career in MMA.
Announcing the news, Luxton, who also has an OnlyFans account, said: “Best kept secret – I’ve signed to PFL! @PFLMMA.
“I’ve made the switch to MMA and I have been grinding away at @McrTopTeam. I will be making my debut in the smartcage later this year.
She is planning to compete in three separate disciplines
Luxton recently signed for the Professional Fighter’s League
“Can’t wait to show the world what I’m made of 
”.
The move into MMA comes after picking up a world silver medal in Muay Thai to go with her European and British titles.
But before her PFL debut, she is set to attempt a third discipline as she steps into the boxing ring at the O2.
Luxton, also known as the “Ghetto Cinderella”, will face another MMA star and boxing novice Hayley Barraclough, 32, on the Mayweather show.
And her mentality is something that will stand her in good stead as she eyes a winning start to her boxing journey.
Speaking to Sporting News, she said: “Everyone says I’m like a robot because I will get smacked silly and I’ll just keep walking forward.
“When I get hit, I’m not one of those people who’s like ‘oh, that hurt’ and then starts stepping back.
“I get angry and I want to hit you back twice as hard for hitting me like that.”
She has also attracted interest through her OnlyFans account
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you practice boxing punches.
Boxing punches are practiced using a punching bag. Once you feel comfortable with the technique, you can punch the bag. Then you move onto another part of your body. Once you feel comfortable with one area, you’ll move on to the next.
What are the best ways to learn boxing defense from home?
Boxing has been around since the dawn of time. Boxing is considered one of the most difficult sports to practice. It’s not enough to punch someone in their face and knock them out. You should know how to defend against punches, kicks, and other attacks.
First, find a gym that offers boxing. After you have found a great place to train, you will need gloves and headgear. Gloves protect your hands and the headgear your head. Shorts and a Tshirt are also required.
Once you have all your equipment, you need to heat up. Start slow and build up speed. Once you feel comfortable, go for it and spar with another boxer. Don’t be disappointed if you do not succeed. You can always try again until it is perfect.
How to throw an emu jab
Follow this step-by-step guide to throw a jab.
- Move forward with both your feet.
- Arrest your arm high above your shoulder.
- Place your fist on the target.
- Swing your arm back upwards after hitting your target.
- Steps 1 through 4 can be repeated.
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How To
These are the basics of boxing
How to effectively box
Boxing is one of the most popular sports in the world. It is a fight between two opponents. Each country has its own rules. There are three types generally of boxing: Amateur (Professional) and Olympic (Olympic).
Amateur boxing usually takes place at school, college and university. This form of boxing involves sparring with no protection and using padded gloves. Usually amateur boxing competitions consist of three rounds of 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 use protective equipment, such as mouthpieces, nose guards, shin protectors, elbow pads knee pads, waist belts and groin protectors. Professional boxing competitions have six rounds that last 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. International standards dictate that boxers must wear protective gear. Each round lasts three minutes and is made up of eight rounds. Olympic boxing is limited to two styles: Light Flyweight and Heavyweight.
Boxing is based on the following skills:
- Techniques for punching
- Guarding techniques
- Footwork
- Stance
- Move your body
- Defense
- Combination
- Rotation
- Spare parts
Punching Techniques
There are seven types. Each punch has its own technique. Some punches require greater strength than others. For example, an uppercut requires great force. A straight punch on the other side requires less power, but is more effective than other punches.
There are many combinations of punches. These are combinations of punches that work together to achieve a specific goal. A combination may contain several parts. For example, a combination of a left and right hook will result in damage to the opponent’s jaw.
Guard Techniques
To defend himself from being attacked, a boxer uses his entire body. He does this by using his legs, arms, elbows, hands, knees and feet.
Legs
A boxer must use his legs to defend against kicks. After receiving a kick, he will raise his leg and move away from the attacker. To avoid being kicked on his side, he will bend his knees if the attack is from the front. If the attack comes from behind, however, he can stand straight up and block the kick by his foot.
Elbows
Because elbow strikes inflict a lot of pain, they are very effective. An elbow strike may be delivered directly or in an indirect manner. 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 their hands to block incoming blows. Boxers use their hands to stop incoming punches. They raise their fists up above their heads and move towards the attack. Then, they touch the attacker’s hand.
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
Boxers should respond to being attacked by their opponent by standing back and delivering counter-attacks. This allows him to put distance between himself, his opponent, and the ring. Additionally, boxers need to maintain their balance when they counter-attack.
Stances
In order to box effectively, a boxer needs to establish a stance. His stance will determine how he defends. It defines where he faces his opponent and how he positions his body. Boxers have many stances to choose from. Here are some of the more popular ones:
- A low stance
- High stance
- Southpaw stance
- Western stance
Move your body
A boxer must be able to move around his opponent in order to win a fight. This involves changing position, speed and rhythm.
Rotation
When a boxer throws a punch, he rotates in order to increase the reach of his arm. Depending on the type and size of punch, the speed at which the rotation takes place varies.
Combinations
Timing of each punch is crucial to the effectiveness of a combination. A good combination starts with a strong punch and ends with a weak one.
Spare parts
Sparring, a boxing practice session, is designed to improve your boxing skills. Boxers learn to train their mind and bodies during sparring sessions. Sparring is a way to learn how to fight without 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.
