RICKY HATTON “felt cheated” after losing to Floyd Mayweather in 2007 and said he “smelt a rat” in referee Joe Cortez.
Hatton was knocked out in round ten by then welterweight champion Mayweather in Las Vegas.
Ricky Hatton ‘felt cheated’ after losing to Floyd Mayweather in 2007
But the fearsome body puncher was unable to work on the inside – like he did to beat Kostya Tszyu two years prior – with Vegas resident Cortez keen to break up the pair.
To this day Hatton believes his opponent was helped by the official, who had a history of letting fighters trade up close.
And he used former opponents Jose Luis Castillo and Marcos Maidana – who Mayweather beat easier in rematches – to suggest the unbeaten legend struggled against inside fighters.
Hatton, 44, told BT Sports in 2021: “I did give him a good run for his money.
“I feel a little bit cheated to be honest with you, because I felt that I wasn’t going to outbox him and I wasn’t going to out-speed him, but if I was allowed to get close I would definitely throw more punches than him.
“I never got the opportunity and that’s the thing that will always eat away at me – the referee never gave me the opportunity.
“The one person that was allowed to get stuck in and bully him and was allowed to fight close was Marcos Maidana and he pushed him really close.
“Castillo was allowed to get close and a lot of people thought Castillo won, so I smelt a rat that night with the referee and I don’t think I was given a fair crack of the whip.”
After the loss Hatton would go on to hire Mayweather’s dad, Floyd Sr, winning twice.
But following a devastating second round KO defeat to Manny Pacquiao, the Manchester hero spent three years out of the ring before losing his comeback to Vyacheslav Senchenko in 2012.
Although last year Hatton returned for an exhibition against Mexican Marco Antonio Barrera, 49, in Manchester.
And he has even opened the door to a rematch with Mayweather, 45, who has had five exhibitions in retirement himself.
Hatton said he ‘smelt a rat’ in referee Joe Cortez
Frequently Asked Questions
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Here’s a step-by, easy guide on how to throw a jab.
- Take your step forward with both of your feet.
- Arrest your arm high above your shoulder.
- Bring your fist down towards your target.
- Swing your arm back upwards after hitting your target.
- Steps 1 through 4 can be repeated.
How do I practice boxing alone?
So, if you want to practice boxing without a partner, you can simply watch professional boxing matches on TV. You might also be able to find an amateur club nearby. Amateur boxesing clubs usually hold regular training sessions. These sessions are often attended by sparring partners who share the same pads.
You can also train boxing with punching bags. Just make sure that you’re wearing protective gear such as boxing gloves before hitting the bag.
How to defend yourself
Always defend your head when you’re being attacked. It is your goal to not get punched. To avoid being punched, you must learn how to stop an incoming punch. Here’s what you need to do:
- Stand tall and square yourshoulders.
- Keep your elbows close to your sides.
- Your forearm can block the punch coming from your opponent.
- Counterattack immediately.
- Keep blocking until the attacker flees.
- Keep fighting for your rights.
How much weight do I need to lift for a good workout?
If you are looking to increase your strength, weight lifting is a must. However, there are certain guidelines you should keep in mind when lifting weights. It is important to not do too much. The second is to lift heavier loads every other day. Third, repeat each exercise eight times. Fourth, allow for 2 minutes rest between sets. Fifth, do all exercises without momentum. The last tip is to focus on form over speed.
How can my punching form be improved?
Boxing is all in the form of punching. To be a good boxer, you need to master the art of punching. Here are some tips for improving your punching ability.
- Keep your head straight. Your head should always be up while throwing punches.
- Punch from your shoulder. Try to punch from the shoulder, not the chin when you throw a punch.
- Focus on your feet. Focus on your feet when punching.
- Use short punches that are quick. Longer punches can tire you faster.
- Don’t forget about defense! Always remember to block incoming punches.
- Use your elbows. Elbows are an effective way to defend yourself.
- You can learn to use your legs. Properly using your legs will help you avoid being knocked down.
- Do it every day. You will feel tired when you finish training. Keep going. It takes practice and dedication to excel at any skill.
- Have fun Have fun doing what you do.
- Breathe. Breathing correctly will make you stronger and give you energy.
- Relax. Don’t be too concerned about making mistakes. Just focus on learning new things.
- Be patient. Boxing is hard. It takes time and practice to improve your skills.
- Never stop improving. As long there is still room for improvement, there will continue to be improvement.
- Listen to music. Listening to music can help you relax during training.
- Watch videos of professional boxers. It can inspire you to do better.
- Read books. Reading is a great way to learn about boxing.
- Take breaks. Sometimes it helps to take a break from boxing. Play soccer or basketball outdoors.
- Find a coach. Boxing is a sport that requires a coach with a lot of experience. This will help you to improve quicker.
- Do push-ups. Push-ups help build strength and endurance.
Statistics
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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
How to learn to box to exercise
How to learn to box for exercise
Your goal in learning boxing is self-confidence and improvement of your physical fitness. Boxing has become a very popular sport. It requires strength, speed, agility, stamina, coordination, balance, power and accuracy.
Learning how to box is a great way to get fit and feel good about yourself. It will be a fun activity that you will want to do again and again.
There are many options for boxing training. You can choose to train in a gym or at home. Others require that you go to a health club. There are also online courses which allow you to study from anywhere in the world.
Be sure to consider your goals when choosing a program. Also, ensure it fits your lifestyle. The best programs will include exercises that help build muscle mass and flexibility, improve cardiovascular endurance, enhance well-being, as well as increase overall wellbeing.
Also, consider whether you prefer an advanced or beginner course. Beginner’s programs usually teach basic techniques and drills such as shadowboxing, sparring, mitt work, and punching combinations. Advanced programs offer more variety and more complex movements.
These programs are generally less expensive than $100 and last for eight weeks. These programs don’t give any nutritional, weight loss, or injury prevention advice.
Advanced programs typically last six months and cost around $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).
