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Raging boxing fans demand judge be ‘investigated immediately after Okolie vs Billam-Smith scorecards revealed

, Raging boxing fans demand judge be ‘investigated immediately after Okolie vs Billam-Smith scorecards revealed

BOXING fans raged on social media after the Lawrence Okolie vs Chris Billam-Smith scorecards were revealed.

Okolie lost his WBO cruiserweight belt via decision after being knocked down THREE times during the bout.

Chris Billam-Smith defeated Lawrence Okolie via decision

, Raging boxing fans demand judge be ‘investigated immediately after Okolie vs Billam-Smith scorecards revealed
Okolie, 30, was knocked down three times by CBS

, Raging boxing fans demand judge be ‘investigated immediately after Okolie vs Billam-Smith scorecards revealed
The dethroned champ was also deducted two points during the bout

The 30-year-old was deducted two points over the course of the bout for repeated holding… although one judge somehow went on to score it a draw.

Two of the scorecards had Billam-Smith winning 115-108 and 116-107, respectively.

The other, however, stunned and enraged fans in equal measure by having it 112-112.

Upon seeing the scorecards, talkSPORT boxing correspondent Michael Benson said: “112-112 is an atrocious scorecard for Chris Billam-Smith’s majority decision win over Lawrence Okolie after three knockdowns and two point deductions.”

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Another Twitter user fumed: “That’s the worst individual card of all time.”

While a second wrote: “We need to see a picture of that scorecard. Unbelievable.”

A further social media scribe said: “I really want to see the round scores on this! It needs posting! Going under the radar as Billam-Smith won but needs investigating.”

Another similarly added: “Get that first one investigated.”

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Hometown hero Billam-Smith was able to grab the biggest win of his career at Bournemouth’s Vitality Stadium.

Upon winning the fight, the tearful new champ, 32, said: “My whole life has led to this, this is perfect.

“Lawrence was a great champion who never looked like getting beat. It was not a great looking fight but that doesn’t matter.

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“I didn’t eat from Tuesday to Thursday to make the weight, I was sick in bed all week, I just had to make the weight.

“I dedicate this to my mum, I love you so much, thank you so much. I will never top this night, this is the greatest of my career.

“I thank the fans because they created this for me. I have become a world champion, in my home town.”

, Raging boxing fans demand judge be ‘investigated immediately after Okolie vs Billam-Smith scorecards revealed
Billam-Smith, 30, dedicated his win to his mum

Frequently Asked Questions

How much weight do I need to lift for a good workout?

Lifting weights is important if you wish to build your strength. Lifting weights should be done with care. First, make sure that you don’t overdo it. The second is to lift heavier loads every other day. Third, perform each exercise for 8 repetitions. Fourth, rest for 2 minutes between sets. Fifth, perform all exercises without using momentum. The last tip is to focus on form over speed.

What are the 7 punches to boxing?

These seven punches are: jab cross, hook hook, uppercut straight right, left hook and body shot. These punches can be used to strike the opponent’s head and body.

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Is it possible to train boxing with out fighting?

You can’t train boxing without fighting. It is important to put in the effort to improve your boxing. You will be able to improve your boxing technique and endurance.

It is important to observe good boxers fighting in order to improve your boxing technique. Pay attention to how they move and throw punches. Also, observe how they defend themselves. Then try to imitate their techniques.

Next, you’ll have to spar against another opponent boxer. You’ll be able to see how you’ve improved your fighting technique. You’ll notice how fast and strong you punch, as well as how effective you are at blocking incoming punches, when you spar.

Finally, practice your skills by performing drills. Practice is key, so don’t be discouraged and keep practicing.

How many punches does a human take to get through a round?

A punch is “a blow delivered from the fist”. Only one punch can be sustained by a human. When someone hits you in the face, he/she is punching you. You cannot hit him/her back. That would mean two punches.So, technically speaking, humans can only take one punch at a time!

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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

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How to learn how to box for Exercise

The goal of learning boxing is to improve your physical fitness level and develop self confidence. Boxing has become a very popular sport. It requires strength, speed, agility, stamina, coordination, balance, power and accuracy.

Boxing is a great way of getting fit and feeling good about yourself. You’ll find that you enjoy the activity so much that you’ll want to keep doing it.

There are many options for boxing training. Some require you to train at home while others are done in gyms or health clubs. Online courses allow you to learn from anywhere in the globe.

Make sure you choose a program that meets your needs and is compatible with your lifestyle. The best programs are those that focus on building muscle mass, increasing flexibility, improving cardiovascular endurance, and improving overall well-being.

Consider whether you prefer a beginner or advanced course. Basic techniques and drills are taught in beginner’s programs. These include shadowboxing and sparring, mittwork, and punching combinations. Advanced programs often cover more complex movements, and include a greater variety of exercises.

These programs are generally less expensive than $100 and last for eight weeks. However, they don’t provide any guidance on nutrition, weight loss, injury prevention, or other aspects of boxing training.

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Advanced programs generally last around six months and cost approximately $300. They can include nutrition advice, stretching routines, warm up exercises, and instructions on proper technique. Some programs also include resistance training (e.g. lifting weights) or aerobic conditioning (e.g. running).

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