PAUL BAMBA plans to steal the show and Tommy Fury’s fight with Jake Paul by scoring an upset on Floyd Mayweather’s undercard.
The 5-2 American faces Fury on Sunday night in Dubai as the co-headline for Mayweather’s exhibition with YouTuber Deji.
Paul Bamba and Tommy Fury ahead of their fight
Jake Paul is set to be at Tommy Fury’s next fight in Dubai
Paul is set to be ringside on a scouting mission ahead of what would be another rescheduled bout with his celebrity boxing rival.
But Bamba, 33, an ex-marine who beat homelessness with boxing, has vowed to rip up the script and cause a scene against Fury, 23.
He said: “I’m not just going to lay down it’s a great opportunity. I’m not just an opponent.
“I would say my next best bet would be the Jake Paul fight, if possible.
“I’ve sparred with Dillon Danis before, I did my thing with him before and they leaked that out.
“That’s another person who’s been in talks with Jake Paul as well, so I believe there’s a bunch of things I could get into as long as I perform on fight night.”
Fury, who pulled out of fighting Paul with a rib injury and then US visa issues, selected Bamba as his return opponent.
And the ex-soldier, who served in Iraq, warned that the 2019 Love Islander picked wrong and looks can be deceiving, especially on a record.
Bamba said: “Being realistic, it’s boxing, I probably look the easiest on paper. I have two losses, so I would say I look like the best bet on paper.
“But it will be a surprise on fight night. A lot of things on paper versus when you’re actually in there with someone is very different.
“I think out styles are very similar in the way we box, styles always makes for good matchups.”
Bamba himself is not impressed with the level of opposition in Fury’s 8-0 career as he prepares for the fight and night of his life.
He said: “It’s a great opportunity that presented itself, I have the underdog mentality, I’m not just somebody who lays down.
“I’ve seen a bunch of his fights and I don’t think anybody really tries to fight him, I think they’re just there.
“I could care less for a paycheque, no one has enough money in the world for me to throw away my ego or my pride.
“I could go in there and change my life by f up a 23-year-old.”
Paul Bamba training to fight Tommy Fury in Dubai
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Boxing?
Boxing involves two people trying to knock each others out with punches in the face and head. The object of boxing is to hit an opponent as hard as possible without hurting yourself. This can only happen if both boxers are able to throw heavy punches. They should also have excellent hand-eye coordination.
What are the 7 punches in boxing?
There are seven boxing punches. They include jab and cross, hook and uppercut, straight right and left hook, as well as body shot. These punches are used to attack the opponent’s head, body, and legs.
How long does it take to learn to box?
Boxing is the oldest known martial art. Around 2200 BC, China hosted the first boxing match. Boxing has existed for thousands upon thousands of generations. Boxing is still a popular sport among celebrities and athletes. However, it takes around 10 to learn how to box.
Boxing involves many movements, which is why it can take so long to learn. To be able to perform each movement correctly, certain muscles are required. So, it takes time to develop these muscles.
However, once you know how to move your entire body, you can then start any type of boxing technique. Over time, each technique will become more difficult.
How do you practice boxing punches.
You can practice boxing using a punching bags. The bag is used to practice boxing punches until you feel confident. Then you move onto another part of your body. You can then move onto the next area once you are comfortable with that one.
What are the best ways to learn boxing defense from home?
Boxing is among the oldest forms of martial art known to man. Boxing can also be considered to one of hardest sports to perform. You don’t just punch someone in the face and knock him out. You must know how to defend yourself from punches and kicks.
Locate a boxing club near you. Once you’ve found a good place to train, you’ll need to get some gloves and headgear. Gloves protect your hands and the headgear your head. You’ll also need to wear shorts and a T-shirt.
After you have all the equipment you need, it’s time to get warm. Start slowly and work your way up gradually to full speed. You can then go to the mat and spar with another fighter when you feel ready. Don’t fret if you don’t succeed. You can always try again until it is perfect.
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How To
Here are some basic skills in boxing
How to box effectively
Boxing has become a very popular sport. It is a fight between two opponents. Boxing rules vary from one country or another. In general, there are three types of boxing; Amateur, Professional and Olympic boxing.
Amateur boxing usually takes place at school, college and university. This boxing style includes sparring sessions without protection, using padded gloves. Amateur boxing matches usually consist of three rounds lasting 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 is typically practiced in clubs, stadiums or gyms. They are equipped with protective equipment including a mouthpiece and nose guard, shinguards as well as elbow pads, knee pads. Waist belts and groin protectors. Professional boxing competitions include six rounds of four minutes each. There are many types of professional boxing. These include Boxing (MMA), Kickboxing (Mixed Martial Arts), Muay Thai and Taekwondo.
Olympic boxing takes place at the Olympics. International standards dictate that boxers must wear protective gear. The competition lasts approximately three minutes for each round. There are only two styles of Olympic boxing; Light Flyweight and Heavyweight.
Boxing is based on the following skills:
- Punching techniques
- Guarding techniques
- Footwork
- Stance
- Movement of the body
- Defense
- Combination
- Rotation
- Sparring
Punching Techniques
There are seven types. Each punch has its own technique. Some punches require more force than others. An uppercut, for instance, requires tremendous strength. On the other hand, a straight punch requires less power but it is faster than other punches.
There are also different combinations. These are combinations of punches that work together to achieve a specific goal. A combination can contain multiple parts. A combination may include multiple parts. For example, damage to the jaw of an opponent can be caused by a left hook and a right cross.
Guard Techniques
To defend himself from being attacked, a boxer uses his entire body. He does this using his legs and arms, elbows as well as hands, knees and feet.
Legs
Boxers should use the legs to protect themselves 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. 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. An elbow strike can be delivered either directly or indirectly. Directly, you strike your opponent with your forearm. Indirectly, you hit him with another portion of your arm.
Hands
Boxers use both their hands and arms to prevent incoming blows. To do this, they raise their fists higher than their heads and move their arms in the direction that the attack is coming. 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
Boxers should respond to being attacked by their opponent by standing back and delivering counter-attacks. This will allow him to gain distance from his opponent. In addition, when delivering a counter-attack, a boxer should keep his balance.
Stances
Boxing is only possible if a boxer has a clear stance. The way he defends him will be dictated by his stance. 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 requires changing your position, speed, and rhythm.
Rotation
A boxer will rotate his arm when he is throwing a punch. Depending on what punch is being thrown, the speed of rotation varies.
Combinations
The timing of each individual punch affects the effectiveness or failure of a combination. A combination is good if it starts with a strong punch then ends with a weaker one.
Spare parts
Sparring is an exercise session to improve boxing skills. During sparring sessions, a boxer trains his mind as well as his body. The goal of sparring is to learn to fight, and not to get hurt.
It is important to be patient and dedicated when learning how to box. To become a better fighter, you have to train hard and continue to work.
