What’s better than having you’re your feet up sitting on the couch, enjoying a chilled beer, and watching your kids play while viewing your favorite live boxing match? It is the best feeling in the world for many men as far as relaxing, and sports are concerned. Sure many of you may like to go out there and be face to face with the harsh conditions of a boxing stadium while watching your favorite players beat the life out of each other. But there are people that would give anything just to enjoy the weekend at home relaxing and spending time with family from the daily grind of life.
So here are a few things that these people enjoy at home that keeps them away from crowded stadiums and boxing arenas and you will too!
Comfy Seating
Stadiums and arenas are notorious for their rock hard
plastic chairs for spectators to sit and enjoy the game. So they aren’t
essentially enjoyable and tend to make the experience uncomfortable. You have
to be in an upright position all the time sitting on these chairs. No to forget
the absolute discomfort that comes when a spectator has to go out of the row
and bump into your feet several times to do so. Well, you could avoid all that
and relax at home, getting live scores of the ongoing game just like a
spectator from your comfortable seating.
In recent years, there has been an increased interest in Boxing in the United Kingdom. Citizens of the UK now prefer to watch live boxing matches on the Sky website. The country has produced world champions, such as Carl Frampton, Anthony Joshua, Amir Khan and Kell Brook in recent years. To add to the list of fine boxers, here are the top 5 boxers in the history of boxing in the United Kingdom.
BRIGHTON,SUSSEX – FEBRUARY 16,1922: Ted Kid Lewis (R) lands a left punch against Tom Gummer during the fight at The Dome, ,on February 16,1922 in Brighton, Sussex, United Kingdom. Ted Kid Lewis won by a KO 1.
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John “Jack” Broughton
John “Jack” Broughton was the true pioneer of modern boxing. He was the first person to codify a set of rules to be used in boxing contests. Born in the village of Baunton in Gloucestershire, Broughton left home at age 12 and made his way to Bristol where he worked at the waterside. He gained recognition as world champion after defeating Bill Greeting and Tom Pipes. In his 42 years fighting career from 1725-1767, Broughton never lost a fight. He also held the Bare’ Knuckle Championship of England for over 20 years.
He operated a boxing arena in London from 1742 until his death. His rule of pugilism was used in boxing until the London Prize Ring Rules surpassed it in 1838.
Jose Pedroza will put his WBO lightweight crown on the line on December 8th.
A lot is happening in the ‘battleground’! Jump into your leisure jackets this winter as you catch up with your favorite sport covering live fights and boxing matches scheduled through Nov and Dec.
Highlights of the upcoming sports events and where to follow them are as mentioned below:
1st December 2018:
At Staples Center- Los Angeles, CA on PPV; catch Tyson Fury vs Deontay Wilder in the lightweight category.
There’s Oleksandr Gvozdyk vs Adonis Stevenson, light heavyweights to play 12 rounds at Centre Videotron, Quebec City, Canada on SHO.
Watch the super middleweights Alfredo Angulo vs Julio Cesar Chavez Jr scuffling at Staples Center, Los Angeles, CA on SHO
A week ahead, on Dec 8, you’ll see the following at the Hulu Theatre- New York on ESPN
Jose Pedraza vs Vasiliy Lomachenko, lightweights through 12 rounds
Emanuel Navarrete vs Isaac Dogboe, super bantamweights through 12 rounds
Mason Menard vs Teofimo Lopez, lightweights through 10 rounds
You can also watch the broadcast on HBO as the welterweights and Super Flyweights fight it out: Aleksandra Magdziak-Lopes vs Cecilia Braekhus in the former category playing, 10 rounds and Pedro Guevara vs Roman Gonzalez, 10 rounds playing under the latter category. Read the rest of this entry →
Boxing may be a popular sport, but one must not forget that this still a very aggressive and high impact combative contest. Such intense activities will always come with injuries, hence why you have to base your training on ways to avoid any damaging mishaps. Here are the 10 most common boxing injuries to watch out for.
1. Boxer’s Fracture
The aptly named boxer’s fracture is when the small bones under your ring and pinkie finger break. Said injury is followed by a sharp pain, swelling, and an inability to move your fingers. If your bones are still aligned, then your chances of a full recovery are promising, but any misalignment may require surgery. Avoid this problem by practicing the correct punching technique and ensure your diet is rich in calcium.
2. Carpal Bossing
Common between the ages of 20 and 40, carpal bossing is when the bones in the back of your palm overgrow and cause uncomfortable lumps to surface. Annoyingly, there is not much you can do once this occurs but you can prevent it by using the correct gloves and making use of hand wraps. If the pain becomes unbearable, wear a wrist guard after hours, take anti-inflammatory medication, and speak to your doctor about steroid injections. Thankfully, most people heal quite quickly from carpal bossing, but it will temporarily hinder your training.
3. Arthritis
With is so much repetitive stress focused on one place, the cartridge and joints in a boxer’s hands may deteriorate and swell. This is a progressive condition otherwise known as arthritis and has even forced professional boxers into an early retirement, as was the case for world heavyweight champion James J. Braddock (1935 to 1937). As before, take care of your hands, while exercising additional caution if your routine includes a lot of bag work. Read the rest of this entry →
Despite having already been a heavyweight champion of the world, April 29, 2017 is the date that people will remember as the time when Anthony Joshua made the transition from potential to the realization of talent.
At a packed-out Wembley Stadium in London, Anthony Joshua faced Wladimir Klitschko – the greatest heavyweight since the turn of the millennium – in a journey that included thrills and spills during 11 rounds of brutal trading as the two man-mountains went toe-to-toe.
Often in boxing, the promotion outweighs the quality of the fight, leaving many boxing fans disappointed. But not a soul was left disappointed following the battle at Wembley.
Despite being 41 years of age, Klitschko showed he was still a top-tier boxer, and became the first man to put Anthony Joshua on the canvas during the sixth round, despite having been knocked down himself two rounds previously. Read the rest of this entry →
Louie Dampier’s name might not resonate as widely as other basketball legends, but the Sports Then & Now Vintage Athlete of the Month’s impact on the game, particularly during the American Basketball Association (ABA) era, is undeniable. Known for his pinpoint shooting, exceptional ball handling, and relentless work ethic, Dampier enjoyed a stellar basketball career that saw him thrive in both the ABA and NBA. As one of the most consistent and prolific guards of his time, Dampier left a lasting legacy, and his role in the ABA’s history solidified his place in the annals of basketball greatness.
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