EDDIE HEARN has opened the door to talks for Anthony Joshua to fight Tyson Fury this summer.
The pair of heavyweight rivals have tiresomely failed to agree terms for a blockbuster Battle of Britain bout in the past.
Tyson Fury at a news conference in 2021
Anthony Joshua at the BOSS party to celebrate London Fashion Week in October
And the dream fight appears further away than ever with AJ set to build his way back while Fury unifies the division against Oleksandr Usyk.
Joshua, 33, is in line to return on April 1 at the O2 Arena before setting up a summer rematch against Dillian Whyte, 34.
Meanwhile Fury, 34, is in talks for the heavyweight division’s first four-belt undisputed title decider against Usyk, 35.
But although the Brit duo appear destined for different paths, promoter Hearn is not ready to rule out shock talks.
He told iFL TV: “AJ wants a big fight in the summer. So the one which would make sense, the one which should be hopefully straight forward to make is the rematch with Dillian Whyte.
“We’re open to a Deontay Wilder fight, we’re open to a Tyson Fury fight, we’re open to every fight in the summer.
“But yet, in my mind with AJ fighting in April and probably Dillian fighting around the same time, that would lead them to a big all-British heavyweight fight in the summer.
“Doesn’t mean it’s done, we’ve still got to agree terms with both fighters, but that’s what I’d like to do.
“However, AJ knows he wants to be in the biggest fights possible and if a bigger fight rears its head, and there’s only two bigger fights in the division than Dillian Whyte, and that’s Tyson Fury and Deontay Wilder.
“And if they appear, somehow, 100 per cent willing to look at those as well.”
Joshua was beaten in his Saudi Arabia rematch against Usyk in August, his second defeat to the Ukrainian in 11 months.
He subsequently took some time off and will now relocate to America with a new trainer for his return fight.
Hearn wants AJ to fight three times in 2023 and against Wilder, 37, at some point in the year.
He said: “I want the Wilder fight in 2023. I know AJ does as well. That’s a massive fight.”
Eddie Hearn wants Deontay Wilder to fight Anthony Joshua in 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the 7 punches in boxing?
The seven punches used in boxing include the jab (cross), hook, uppercut; straight right; left hook; and body shot. These punches attack the opponent’s head or body.
How can I improve my punching technique?
Boxing is all in the form of punching. A good punch technique is essential if you are to become a better fighter. These tips will help improve your punching skills.
- Keep your head elevated. When you are throwing punches, your head should be raised.
- Punch from the shoulder. You should aim your punch at the shoulder rather than the chin.
- Focus on your feet. Keep your feet still when you are punching.
- Make quick, short punches. Your body will be tired faster if you are throwing longer punches.
- Don’t forget about defense! Remember to stop incoming punches.
- Use your elbows. Your elbows can be used to protect yourself.
- Learn to use your legs. Properly using your legs will help you avoid being knocked down.
- Practice every day. You will feel tired when you finish training. Keep going. It takes practice to get good at anything.
- Have fun Have fun doing what you do.
- Keep your eyes open and take deep, slow breaths. Proper breathing will improve your strength and energy.
- Relax. Don’t worry about making errors. Learn new things instead of worrying about making mistakes.
- Be patient. Boxing is hard. It takes time for you to get better at boxing.
- Never stop learning. As long as there’s room to improve, there’ll be more.
- You can listen to music. Listening to music can help you relax during training.
- You can watch videos of professional boxers. You can be inspired by watching them fight.
- Read books. Reading can help you understand boxing techniques better.
- Pause. Sometimes it helps to take a break from boxing. Play soccer or basketball outdoors.
- Find a coach. Having a coach who knows boxing well can help you improve faster.
- Push-ups: Push-ups are great to build strength and endurance.
How can beginners boxers train?
Boxing is one, if not the oldest, sport in existence. But boxing only recently became more popular. Boxing is an art that sees two fighters compete in a fight. They punch one another until one falls.
It is important to decide if you like boxing before you can start training to become a fighter. You can try watching some fights on YouTube and see how it feels to hit someone. Once you decide if boxing is something you enjoy, you can then choose the type of fighting you prefer.
How many punches can one human take?
A punch is “a blow delivered from the fist”. Only one punch can be sustained by a human. If someone punches your face in the face, it’s a punch. You can’t hit him/her in the back. It would be impossible to hit him/her back with two punches.
How long does a boxer train per day?
Boxing trainers typically train for at least four hours per day. They also learn new moves and practice punches. Boxers sometimes spar 10 times per semaine.
Statistics
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How To
Here are the Essential Skills of Boxing
How to effectively box
Boxing is the most loved sport in the world. Two opponents fight each other to the death. There are different rules for boxing, and they vary from one country to the next. There are generally three types of boxing: Amateur, Professional, and Olympic.
Amateur boxing can be practiced at school or college. This type of boxing allows sparring without protection. Amateur boxing competitions usually last three rounds and last five minutes each. 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 use protective equipment, such as mouthpieces, nose guards, shin protectors, elbow pads knee pads, waist belts and groin protectors. Professional boxing competitions have six rounds that last four minutes each. There are several different styles of professional boxing including Boxing, MMA (Mixed Martial Arts), Kickboxing, Muay Thai, Taekwondo and others.
Olympic boxing is done at the Olympics. Boxers are required to wear international standards-compliant protective gear. Each round lasts three minutes and is made up of eight rounds. Olympic boxing has only two styles, Light Flyweight vs Heavyweight.
The basics of boxing are:
- Punching techniques
- Guarding techniques
- Footwork
- Stance
- Move your body
- Defense
- Combination
- Rotation
- Spare parts
Punching Techniques
There are seven types: Left Hook (right hook), Right Hook (uppercut), Cross (cross), Straight, Overhand, Underhand. Each punch has its own technique. Some punches need more power than others. For example, an uppercut requires great force. A straight punch on the other side requires less power, but is more effective than other punches.
There are many combinations of punches. These are combinations of punches that work together to achieve a specific goal. An entire combination could have several 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 so by using his arms, elbows and hands as well as his knees, knees and legs.
Legs
Boxers should use the legs to protect themselves against kicks. He raises his leg when he is hit with a kick and then moves away from the opponent. If the attack comes from the front, then he bends his knees to avoid being kicked on the side. If the attack is from the side, he will bend his knees to avoid being kicked on the side.
Elbows
Because they inflict pain, elbow strikes can be very effective. An elbow strike can be delivered either directly or indirectly. Directly means you hit your opponent directly with your forearm. While indirectly, it means you hit him with another section of your arm.
Hands
Boxers use their hands as a shield against incoming punches. To do this, they raise their fists higher than their heads and move their arms in the direction that the attack is coming. Then, they touch the attacker’s hand.
Knees
To absorb the impact of a punch to the stomach, abdomen, or chest, boxers should bend their knees. Knee strikes can be used to defend yourself.
Feet
A boxer should take control of an attack and respond with counter-attacks. This will allow him to gain distance from his opponent. Boxers should also keep their balance when counter-attacking.
Stances
In order to box effectively, a boxer needs to establish a stance. How he defends his self will depend on how he stances. It dictates how he places his body and faces his opponent. Boxers can take many different stances. These are the most popular:
- A low stance
- High stance
- Southpaw stance
- Western stance
Body Movement
Boxers must maneuver around their opponent to win fights. This includes changing speed, position 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 effectiveness of a combination depends on the timing of each individual punch. A combination that is effective starts with a strong punch, and ends with one that is weak.
Spares
Sparring, a boxing practice session, is designed to improve your boxing skills. Sparring is a training session that helps a boxer train his mind and body. Sparring, in conclusion, is about learning how to fight and not getting hurt.
It is important to be patient and dedicated when learning how to box. To be a better boxer you need to train hard.
