FORMER world champion boxer Moi Fuentes has tragically died at the age of just 37, one year after suffering a brain clot in a fight.
The Mexican, who went from minimumweight up to super-fly, suffered the devastating injury in a sixth round knockout defeat to David Cuellar Contreras in October 2021.
Moi Fuentes passed away on Thursday morning
Fuentes, right, suffered the brain clot in a defeat to David Cuellar, left, last year
He was swiftly rushed to hospital, but now it has been confirmed by WBC president Mauricio Sulaiman that Fuentes passed away on Thursday morning.
Sulaiman posted the news social media, saying: “Thank God, Moises Fuentes is already resting in peace. A warrior who fought to the last breath.
“Our condolences to his family and friends and our appreciation to his wife for her dedication and dedication with indescribable love during this difficult year of suffering.
“May he rest in peace.”
Fellow Mexican boxer Sulem Urbina also paid tribute to Fuentes, saying: “Moises Fuentes last fought Oct 2021 was knocked out. Since then had surgery and battled a whole year to try and stay here for his family.
“Today he says goodbye. Today I ask the boxing world not to forget him. Today ask to respect boxers and pray every time one steps in the ring.
“It was a pleasure to coincide with you in this life friend. Rest in peace Moises Fuentes.”
While a fan added: “Damn. Horrible news regarding the passing of Moises Fuentes. He shared the ring with the very best from 105 to 115. Rest in peace, Champ.”
And another said: “Ahh man 
Rest in peace to Moises Fuentes!”
Fuentes won 25 of his 34 professional bouts, with 14 victories coming by way of knockout.
In 2011, he became WBO minimumweight world champion by winning a split decision against Raul Garcia in Guadalajara.
He then attempted to become a two-weight world champion in 2013, fighting Donnie Nietes for the light-flyweight title in the Philippines.
And while he produced an impressive display, it ended in a split decision draw.
He stepped away from boxing in 2018 after two knockout defeats in a row – including a first round KO loss to WBC flyweight champion Daigo Higa.
But Fuentes then returned in 2021 after more than three years out of the ring, only to lose to Cuellar and suffer the heartbreaking brain clot in the process.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to defend yourself
You must protect your head whenever you are attacked. It is your goal to not get punched. To do this, you will need to learn how to prevent an incoming punch. Here’s what to do:
- Be tall and square your shoulders.
- Keep your elbows in line with your sides.
- Your forearm can block the punch coming from your opponent.
- Counterattack immediately.
- Keep blocking until the attacker flees.
- Never give up on your defense.
How can I increase my defense against fighting?
Learning how to fight intelligently can help you improve your defense. You should be able defend against all attacks and also know how you can counterattack, if necessary.
You won’t be able to fight if you don’t know what fighting is. You’ll just get beaten up. But if you do know how to fight, you’ll be ready for whatever comes at you.
Here are some suggestions to help improve your defense.
- Know the origin of your opponent’s attack. This means you need to be attentive to your opponent’s body language. If he appears nervous, it could indicate that he is about to launch his next attack.
- Remain calm. Don’t panic. Instead, try to remain focused and relaxed.
- Block with the arms of your armour. Blocking with your arms is an effective and simple way to defend against attacks.
- Counterattack. Counterattack.
- Fight dirty. Fighting dirty is another way to defend yourself. If your opponent kicks you in the face, you can counter by kicking him back.
How much weight can I lift during a workout?
For strength improvement, weight lifting is an essential part of your fitness routine. However, there are certain guidelines you should keep in mind when lifting weights. You should not overdo it. Second, try to lift heavier weights every other day. Third, repeat each exercise eight times. Fourth, between sets, take 2 minutes to rest. Fifth, do all exercises without momentum. And lastly, put more emphasis on form than speed.
How to throw your jab.
Here’s a step-by, easy guide on how to throw a jab.
- Take your step forward with both of your feet.
- Elevate your arm over your shoulder.
- Your target is at your feet.
- After hitting your target, swing your arm backwards.
- Repetition steps 1 through 4.
How long does learning to box take?
Boxing is one among the oldest martial arts known. China is where the first known boxing match took place in 2200 BC. Since thousands of years, boxing is a well-known sport. Today, boxing is still popular among athletes and celebrities. 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. Each movement requires specific muscles in order to be effective. These muscles take time to build.
However, once you know how to move your entire body, you can then start any type of boxing technique. Each technique will become easier over time.
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
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How To
Here are some basic skills in boxing
How to box effectively
Boxing is the most loved sport in the world. It consists of two opponents who try to knock out each other’s head. Different countries have different rules. In general, there are three types of boxing; Amateur, Professional and Olympic boxing.
Amateur boxing may be done at school, college, and university. This type of boxing allows sparring without protection. 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.
Most professional boxing takes place in gyms, clubs, and stadiums. They have protective equipment such as mouthpieces. Six rounds of professional boxing last four minutes each. There are many styles to professional boxing.
Olympic boxing is performed at the Olympics. Special protective gear must be worn by boxers to ensure compliance with international standards. 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:
- Punching techniques
- Guarding techniques
- Footwork
- Stance
- Body movement
- Defense
- Combination
- Rotation
- Spare parts
Punching Techniques
There are seven kinds of punches: Left Hook, Right Hook, Uppercut, Cross, Straight, Overhand and Underhand. Each punch is unique. Some punches need more power 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 that work together to achieve a specific goal. A combination may have multiple parts. A left hook followed with a right-cross will cause injury to the opponent’s jaw.
Guard Techniques
To defend himself from being attacked, a boxer uses his entire body. He uses his arms, legs, elbows, knees, knees, and feet to do this.
Legs
A boxer must use his legs to defend against kicks. If he gets kicked, he raises one leg and turns away from his attacker. If the attacker is coming from the front, he will bend at the knees to avoid getting kicked on either side. But if the attack comes in the back, he will stand straight and block the kick using his foot.
Elbows
Elbow strikes are very powerful because they inflict great pain. You can either deliver an elbow strike directly, or indirectly. Directly means that your opponent is hit with your forearm. However, indirectly means that your elbow strike is delivered with another part or 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. The attacker’s fist is then in their face.
Knees
To absorb the impact of a punch to the stomach, abdomen, or chest, boxers should bend their knees. Defense purposes are often served by knee strikes.
Feet
A boxer should not be afraid to respond to an attack. This way, he can gain distance between himself and his opponent. Boxers should also keep their balance when counter-attacking.
Stances
Boxing is only possible if a boxer has a clear stance. How he defends his self will depend on how he stances. It determines his position and the direction he will face. Boxers can take many different stances. These are the most popular:
- Low stance
- High stance
- Southpaw stance
- Western stance
Body Movement
A boxer must change his position, speed and rhythm in order to win the fight. This involves changing positions, speed, rhythm and timing.
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 will determine the effectiveness and efficiency of a combination. A good combination starts with a strong punch and ends with a weak one.
Spare parts
Sparring is an exercise session to improve boxing skills. A sparring session is where a boxer trains both his mind and his body. Sparring is a way to learn how to fight without getting hurt.
To sum it all, boxing requires patience and dedication. To become a better boxer, you must train hard and for a long time.
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