RICKY HATTON has urged fans not to worry about his comeback fight against Marco Antonio Barrera.
The British boxing hero faces Mexican icon Barrera in an exhibition bout on November 12 in Manchester.
Ricky Hatton training alongside his son Campbell
It will be his first time in the ring for ten years but Hatton put fans at ease who are worried about his health and safety.
He told Sky Sports: “My fighting days are behind me.
“There’s very little risk involved. I think that’s what fight fans worry about when fighters make comebacks.
“They’re worried about seeing their heroes get beat or hurt. They don’t want to see the champions of yesteryear getting bashed up.
“With an exhibition, there’s very little chance of that happening.
“You’ve got the big gloves, less rounds and there’s an understanding with two professionals. It’s a celebration.”
Hatton, 44, is one of the most celebrated fighters from UK shores and lost only three times in 48 fights.
Two of those were against all-time greats Floyd Mayweather, now 45, and Manny Pacquiao, 43.
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But the final fight in his career came two years after defeat to Pacquiao, losing to Vyacheslav Senchenko, 45, in 2012.
Now a decade later, he will return to the same Manchester arena where he became beloved by fans.
Hatton said: “My ringwalks are always very special. The ringwalk was the one thing that I miss from boxing.
“For any boxer when he comes out the changing room and does that walk to the ring, it’s the most nerve-wracking thing.
“When you retire, that’s the one thing you miss. That adrenalin rush, the roar from the crowd, that nervousness as you’re making your ringwalk.
“It’s the most nerve-wracking thing of any fighter’s preparation before the fight.
“But when it’s gone you miss it and I’m going to get the chance to feel it again so I can’t wait.”
Marco Antonio Barrera and Ricky Hatton ahead of their exhibition
Frequently Asked Questions
How to throw an emu jab
You can throw a jab by following this easy step-by–step guide.
- With both feet, move forward
- Lift your arm up above your shoulder.
- Keep your fist in front of your target.
- Swing your arm back upwards after hitting your target.
- Repetition steps 1 through 4.
What are the main types of boxing glove?
There are three main types for boxing gloves: mitts or fingerless mitts. Mitten gloves are padded around the knuckles. Fingerless mitts don’t have any padding around your knuckles but still cover your fingers. Full-fingered gloves have padding throughout the entire hand.
Mittens are useful for striking the fist or punching. Fingerless mitts gloves are designed for striking or punching with your index finger’s index finger. Boxing gloves with full-fingering are designed for punching with your entire fist.
How long does learning boxing take?
Boxing takes approximately 3 months to learn. This includes learning the basics like footwork, balance, and stance. It’s important that you remember that boxing doesn’t only involve throwing punches. It is important to know how to dodge and block attacks.
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How To
Here are some basic skills in boxing
How to effectively box
Boxing is one of the most popular sports in the world. Two opponents fight each other to the death. Each country has its own rules. There are three types generally of boxing: Amateur (Professional) and Olympic (Olympic).
Amateur boxing is often practiced at school, college, or university. This type of boxing allows sparring without protection. Amateur boxing competitions typically last for three rounds, each lasting five minutes. 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.
Olympic boxing can be seen at the Olympics. Boxers are required to wear international standards-compliant protective gear. The competition lasts approximately three minutes for each round. There are only two styles of Olympic boxing; Light Flyweight and Heavyweight.
The basics of boxing are:
- Punching techniques
- Guarding techniques
- Footwork
- Stance
- The body moves
- Defense
- Combination
- Rotation
- Spare parts
Punching Techniques
There are seven types. Each punch has its own technique. Some punches require more force than others. For example, an uppercut requires great force. On the other hand, a straight punch requires less power but it is faster than other punches.
There are many combinations of punches. These are combinations that combine punches to accomplish a particular goal. A combination can contain 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 use their bodies to defend themselves against attack. He does this by using his legs.
Legs
Boxers should use the legs to protect themselves against kicks. When he receives a kick, he raises his leg and moves away from the attacker. If the attacker is coming from the front, he will bend at the knees to avoid getting kicked on either side. However, if the attack comes from behind, he stands up straight and blocks the kick with his foot.
Elbows
Because they cause great pain, elbow strikes are extremely effective. An elbow strike can be delivered directly or indirectly. Directly, you strike your opponent with your forearm. Indirectly, you hit him with another portion 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. The attacker’s fist is then in their face.
Knees
A boxer should bend his knees in order to absorb any blows to his stomach, abdomen, chest or stomach. A lot of boxers use knee strikes to defend themselves.
Feet
If he is being attacked, a boxer must take a step back and counter-attack. This will allow him to gain distance from his opponent. In addition, when delivering a counter-attack, a boxer should keep his balance.
Stances
In order to box effectively, a boxer needs to establish a stance. The way he defends him will be dictated by his stance. It dictates how he places his body and faces his opponent. Boxers have many stances to choose from. Here are some of the most common ones:
- A low stance
- High stance
- Southpaw stance
- Western stance
Body Movement
Boxers must maneuver around their opponent to win fights. This means changing your speed, position and rhythm.
Rotation
When a boxer throws a punch, he rotates in order to increase the reach of his arm. You can rotate at different speeds depending upon the punch.
Combinations
Timing of each punch is crucial to the effectiveness of a combination. A combination that works well starts with strong punches and ends with weak ones is a winning combination.
Spare parts
Sparring is a training session that improves 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.
In conclusion, learning to box requires dedication and patience. To become a better fighter, you have to train hard and continue to work.
