BOXING fans are on the edge of their seats as they wait for confirmation of one of the biggest fights in British history.
Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua are edging closer to agreeing a big money bout for the end of the year.
The pair have made plenty of money throughout their careers
With Usyk injured, Fury looks set to put his unbeaten professional record on the line against Joshua
Joshua could not find a way past Usyk but could redeem himself against Fury
The pair have already made a fortune from long and successful careers boxing on the biggest stages.
Despite loads of speculation, Fury and Joshua have so far avoided each other with Fury drawn into an epic trilogy with Deontay Wilder and Joshua facing off twice with both Andy Ruiz and Oleksandr Usyk.
But now with the two stumbling towards one of the biggest heavyweight bouts in history, it’s a good time to compare how Fury and Joshua weigh up outside the ring.
Houses
For years Tyson lived in this modest £550,000 property in Morecambe
Tyson Fury has never been shy about his upbringing.
Growing up in a caravan as a traveller, the 34-year-old has come from very humble beginnings.
But now The Gypsy King has a grand portfolio of properties worth at least £8.2m.
He and his wife Paris Fury moved into a new seaside mansion worth £1.7m last year, but that is only the tip of the iceberg.
The pair also own a glamorous £6m Marbella mansion and huge Vegas mansions.
Anthony Joshua also has his own set of dazzling properties, but the star is also known to prioritise those around him before himself.
Only a limited amount is known about how many homes he owns, but it is worth at least £7.5m.
The Mirror reported last year that AJ spent that amount in one year alone as he splashed out on homes alone, with some likely going on to be sold.
Cars
Joshua is known to be a car lover
Paris Fury poses inside the latest addition – a Bedford TK recovery 1973, which her husband revealed on his Instagram
Fury loves his cars and collects some of the most impressive models around.
His Instagram gives fans a glimpse into his mouth-watering collection, including his two new Rolls Royce Phantom Series II motors, each costing £394,000.
In the past, he has also shown off a Ferrari GTCLusso that is worth around £250,000.
It is difficult to estimate how much all these cars come up to but it is at least £1.2m and likely goes higher.
Similar to his boxing counterpart, Joshua is also a petrolhead.
He is reported as owning a garage of cars that total around £1m.
The 32-year-old is also a fan of the Rolls Royce Phantom, and he was also reportedly pictured driving a Mercedes v8 BiTurbo while on holiday.
Fight incomes
Both fighters have seen their reputations explode over the past decade as the heavyweight division lined up to test their mettle against two of its finest boxers.
Fury has raked in at least £101.25m from his fights but the numbers are likely higher with not all finances public.
It’s been quite the journey for the man from Morecambe. He made over £10m from his rematch with Dereck Chisora in 2014, before making well over £23m from the third fight against Deontay Wilder.
Along with the first two bouts with the American, and his epic battle against Dillian Whyte earlier this year, Fury continues to rake in huge numbers as fans line up to see his fights.
Joshua is reported as being even more lucrative from his battles in the ring.
The two fights with Usyk are reported to have been worth £14m and £65.7m respectively to the British boxer.
Some of his earlier high-profile clashes – such as his career-defining clash with Wladimir Klitschko in 2017 – has also helped him bring in an estimated £200m in his career.
Both fighters are set to make even more sums if their Battle of Britain clash goes ahead.
Sponsorship Deals
Both boxers have made decent money through sponsorship throughout their careers.
In Fury’s case, the number is estimated as being around the £100m mark.
This is due in part to his main sponsor WOW Hydrate, a sports drinks brand, and the huge deal with ESPN, the network of Top Rank.
He also has his own range of clothes which he sells on his website.
Meanwhile, Forbes describes AJ as a “marketing juggernaut” and estimates his sponsorship deals to net him around the £10m mark.
They point to his deals with the likes of Beats and Hugo Boss.
Net Worth
Sources vary for both athletes when it comes to out-an-out net worth, with figures subject to change and some financial information not made public.
Tyson Fury’s net worth is estimated to be huge thanks to his high-profile trilogy battle.
Reports suggest is net worth as of this year was £130m.
As of 2020, Forbes had Joshua’s net worth at around £41m while 2022 sources place it around £80m.
Their incredible careers mean they are both among the highest-paid athletes in the world.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to throw an emu jab
This guide will show you how to throw a jab.
- With both feet, move forward
- Move your arm to the top of your shoulder.
- Place your fist on the target.
- Swing your arm back upwards after hitting your target.
- Repetition steps 1 through 4.
What is Boxing?
Boxing involves two people trying to knock each others out with punches in the face and head. The goal of boxing, is to strike your opponent as hard as you can without causing injury. In order for this to happen, both boxers must be able to throw punches at high speed. They must also have good hand-eye coordination.
How to protect yourself
You must protect your head whenever you are attacked. Your goal is to avoid getting punched in the first place. To avoid being punched, you must learn how to stop an incoming punch. Here are the steps:
- Keep your shoulders square and tall.
- Keep your elbows straight up.
- Block the punch from coming with your forearm.
- Counterattack immediately.
- Continue blocking until your attacker runs off.
- Don’t let your defense slip.
What is the difference between left hook and right cross?
A left hook is thrown to the side of your body, while a right-cross is thrown to the front.
A left hook is thrown facing the opponent with the back hand. The elbow is bent 90°, and the wrist is turned 45° towards the opponent.
With the palm facing the opponent, a right cross is performed. The elbow should be straight. The opponent’s wrist should be turned 45 degrees.
What are the various types of boxing gloves available?
There are three types of boxing gloves available: mitts and fingerless mitts. Mitten gloves have padding around the knuckles. Fingerless mitts, which do not provide padding around the fingers but cover them, have no padding at the knuckles. Full-fingered gloves have padding around the entire hand.
For punching with the fist, mittens can be used. For striking or punching with the index finger’s knuckle, mitt gloves can be used. Full-fingered boxing gloves are used for punching with the whole fist.
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 each other until one of them falls.
The first step towards becoming a boxer is to find out if you like boxing. You can watch some boxing matches on YouTube to feel how it feels hitting someone. After you have decided if you are interested in boxing, you can choose the style of fighting that you like.
Can I box without fighting?
Boxing can only be learned if you are willing to fight. To improve your boxing skills, you must work hard. If you put in the work, you will see improvements in your boxing technique, speed and endurance as well as strength and stamina.
It is important to observe good boxers fighting in order to improve your boxing technique. Watch how they move, how they throw punches, and how they defend themselves. Try to imitate their movements.
Next, you’ll need to spar against another boxer. This is where you will see if your boxing technique has improved. When you spar, you’ll also notice how fast you can punch, how strong your punches feel, and how well you block incoming punches.
Finally, practice your boxing skills with drills. Practice makes perfect, so be patient and persistent.
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How To
These are the basic skills of boxing
How to effectively box
Boxing is a popular sport. 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 can be practiced at school or college. This form of boxing involves sparring with no protection and using padded gloves. Amateur boxing contests are usually three rounds in length, 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.
Most professional boxing takes place in gyms, clubs, and 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 many types of professional boxing. These include Boxing (MMA), Kickboxing (Mixed Martial Arts), Muay Thai and Taekwondo.
Olympic boxing is performed 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 is limited to two styles: Light Flyweight and Heavyweight.
The basic skills of boxing are:
- Punching techniques
- Techniques for protecting yourself
- Footwork
- Stance
- Body movement
- Defense
- Combination
- Rotation
- Sparring
Punching Techniques
There are seven kinds of punches: Left Hook, Right Hook, Uppercut, Cross, Straight, Overhand and Underhand. Each punch comes with its own technique. Some punches require greater strength than others. An uppercut, for instance, requires tremendous strength. A straight punch, on the other hand requires less power and is quicker than other punches.
There are also many combinations. These are combinations made up of several punches that can be used together to achieve one 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 using his legs and arms, elbows as well as hands, knees and feet.
Legs
A boxer must use his 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. 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 that you hit your opponent with your forearm while indirectly means that you hit him with another part of your arm.
Hands
Boxers use the power of their hands to block any 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. Then, they touch the attacker’s hand.
Knees
Boxers who are subject to a punch to their stomachs, abdomens, or chests should bend at the knees to absorb the impact. For defense purposes, knee strikes are common.
Feet
When attacked, a boxer should step back and deliver counter-attacks. This way, he can gain distance between himself and his opponent. Boxers should also keep their balance when counter-attacking.
Stances
Boxing effectively requires a boxer to have a good stance. His stance will determine how he defends. It determines where he will face his opponent and how he will position his body. There are many positions that boxers can adopt. Here are some of the most common ones:
- Low stance
- High stance
- Southpaw stance
- Western stance
Body Movement
To win a fight, a fighter must move around the opponent. This involves changing position, speed and rhythm.
Rotation
Boxers rotate their arms when they throw a punch. The rotation is done at different speeds depending on the type of 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.
Sparring
Sparring is a training session that improves boxing skills. Sparring is a training session that helps a boxer train his mind and body. The purpose of sparring is, in short, to learn how fight and not get hurt.
It is important to be patient and dedicated when learning how to box. You need to train hard and long in order to become a better boxer.
