TYSON FURY revealed he has a “risky” alternative fight in mind if talks with Oleksandr Usyk collapse.
The WBC champion and Usyk have been negotiating the heavyweight division’s first four-belt undisputed decider since the new year.
Tyson Fury pictured at Wembley Arena
And despite April 29 in Saudi Arabia emerging as the new target date for the historic unification, Fury has backup options.
He named ex-UFC heavyweight Francs Ngannou – the “biggest puncher in combat sports” – as a wildcard replacement for Usyk.
Fury told GiveMeSport: “If Usyk doesn’t happen like this month coming, then I’m going to say, ‘Right then, let’s move on and do Francis Ngannou’.
“And I’m looking to get big Francis in a cage with 4oz gloves on and throw down with him swinging some big bombs.
“It’s risky because Francis at one point was considered the biggest puncher in combat sports.
“So, with 4oz gloves on, all it takes is one punch and it’s all over.”
Ngannou, 36, is a free agent after failing to extend his UFC contract and has interest from Deontay Wilder, 37, and Anthony Joshua, 33, also.
Fury’s never-before-seen proposal of a hybrid rules bout, with 4oz gloves in the cage under boxing rules, would be a first.
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But according to ESPN, talks for his undisputed super-fight against Usyk, 36, are still progressing.
The Ukrainian WBA, IBF and WBO belt holder is said to have agreed a financial package with Saudi Arabian hosts.
Now Fury, 34, must do the same or the bout could land at Wembley stadium, where he knocked out Dillian Whyte, 34, in front of 94,000 last year.
Francis Ngannou left the UFC after failing to agree a new deal
Tyson Fury is still in talks to fight Oleksandr Usyk
Frequently Asked Questions
How long do boxers train a day?
Boxing trainers work out for at least 4 hours each day. They also study boxing techniques and learn new moves. Boxers spar 10 times per week.
Is it possible to learn boxing?
Yes, you can train yourself to box. You just need to find a boxing gym near you and join a class. You can find free classes at most gyms, or you can search for nearby boxing clubs via Google.
You will also need gloves, mouthpieces and headgear to sparring with your partners. Once you have all the equipment, you can start practicing your kicks and punches.
What is Boxing?
Boxing is a sport where two people try to knock out each other by hitting them in their head and faces. The object of boxing is to hit an opponent as hard as possible without hurting yourself. For this to happen, both boxers have to be able and willing to throw punches at a high rate of speed. They must also have good hand eye coordination.
How long does it take for you to learn boxing
Learning boxing takes around 3 months. This includes learning how to do footwork, stand, and balance. Boxing isn’t just about throwing punches. You also need to learn how to block and dodge attacks.
How can I practice boxing defense by myself?
Boxing is one of the oldest martial arts known to man. Boxing is also one of most difficult sports to learn. You can’t just punch someone and knock him out. You have to be able to defend yourself against kicks and punches.
Locate a boxing club near you. Once you’ve found the right place to train, it’s time to purchase gloves and a headgear. Gloves protect the hands while headgear protects the head. You’ll also need to wear shorts and a T-shirt.
Once you have all your equipment, you need to heat up. Begin slowly, then gradually increase your speed. When you feel ready, hit the bag and spar with another boxer. Don’t fret if you don’t succeed. You can always try again until it is perfect.
Statistics
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How To
Here are the Basic Skills of Boxing
How to effectively box
Boxing is one the most well-known sports in the world. It involves two people who attempt to knock each other out of their heads. Boxing rules vary from one country or another. There are three types generally of boxing: Amateur (Professional) and Olympic (Olympic).
Amateur boxing is usually practiced at school, college or university. This form of boxing involves sparring with no protection and using padded gloves. Usually amateur boxing competitions consist of three rounds of five minutes each. There are many types of amateur boxing: Kickboxing, Muay Thai and Taekwondo.
Boxing is often practiced in gyms or clubs. They have protective equipment such as mouthpieces. Professional boxing competitions include six rounds of four minutes each. There are many styles of professional boxing: Boxing, MMA (Mixed Martial Arts), Kickboxing and Muay Thai.
Olympic boxing takes place at the Olympics. International standards require that boxers use special protective gear. The competition lasts eight rounds of three minutes each. There are only two styles of Olympic boxing; Light Flyweight and Heavyweight.
The basic skills of boxing are:
- Punching techniques
- Guarding techniques
- Footwork
- Stance
- Body movement
- Defense
- Combination
- Rotation
- Spares
Punching Techniques
There are seven types. Each punch has its own technique. Some punches require greater strength than others. A strong uppercut for example requires a lot of force. However, a straight punch is much more powerful and faster than other punches.
There are many combinations of punches. These are combinations of punches which work together to achieve a goal. An entire combination could have several parts. For example, a left hook followed by a right cross will cause damage to the opponent’s jaw.
Guard Techniques
A boxer uses his body to protect himself against attacks. He uses his arms, legs, elbows, knees, knees, and feet to do this.
Legs
Boxers should use their legs to defend against kicks. When he receives a kick, he raises his leg and moves away from the attacker. To avoid being kicked in the side, he bends down if the attacker attacks from the front. He will block the kick with his foot if the attack is coming from behind.
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. Boxers use their hands to stop incoming punches. They raise their fists up above their heads and move towards the attack. They then touch the attackers fist.
Knees
A boxer should bend his knees in order to absorb any blows to his stomach, abdomen, chest or stomach. Defense purposes are often served by knee strikes.
Feet
When attacked, a boxer should step back and deliver counter-attacks. This will allow him to gain distance from his opponent. Also, boxers must maintain their balance while delivering counter-attacks.
Stances
A boxer must have a stance in order to be effective at boxing. The way he defends himself will be determined by his stance. It determines where he will face his opponent and how he will position his body. Boxers have many options for stances. These are some of our most favorite:
- Low stance
- High stance
- Southpaw stance
- Western stance
Moving your body
A boxer must change his position, speed and rhythm in order to win the fight. This includes changing speed, position and rhythm.
Rotation
Rotating his arm to increase the puncher’s reach is a key part of boxing. You can rotate at different speeds depending upon the punch.
Combinations
The timing of each individual punch affects the effectiveness or failure of a combination. A combination that is effective starts with a strong punch, and ends with one that is weak.
Spare parts
Sparring is an exercise session to improve boxing skills. During sparring sessions, a boxer trains his mind as well as his body. In conclusion, the purpose of sparring is to learn how to fight and not get hurt.
It is important to be patient and dedicated when learning how to box. To be a better boxer you need to train hard.
