Boxing champion Lewis is only 44 years old this year. For professional boxing, he can actually fight for another year or two at this age. Five years ago, when Lewis announced his retirement, he was still in his prime.
Boxing is actually a sport with a long career life. Many boxers start playing professionally in their twenties and retire when they are fifty. The entire career can last as long as thirty years, which is difficult for other sports. Did it. For example, track and field athletes usually retire in their early thirties. Basketball and football players are senior at thirty-five. Racing drivers can continue to fight until they are forty. Even shooters who reach the age of forty-two or thirteen will suffer from vision loss. , but it’s time to retire.
For professional boxers, the age of thirty to forty is often the golden age. Many boxers do not fight professionally before the age of 30, but participate in competitions such as the Olympic Games, and only switch to professional boxing after the age of 30.
Each boxer has a different style. Some boxers are good at violent fighting, and their heavy punches can easily knock out their opponents in the first few rounds of the game, such as Tyson; some boxers are good at detours, using technology and physical fitness. Slowly consume the opponent, such as Holyfield.
Lewis, on the other hand, is seen as the perfect combination of strength, skill and intelligence. Even Muhammad Ali once commented on Lewis, calling him the most perfect boxer he had ever seen.
In terms of record, Lewis is also the best. He has only lost two games in his career, but he successfully avenged them afterwards. It can be said that at that era, almost all well-known heavyweight athletes were defeated by Lewis.
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Three days later, at the four-man training center of boxing champion Lewis, Zhang Guan was already receiving instruction from Lewis.
"I've seen your video in India. The guy you beat to death seems to be some kind of underground boxing champion or professional killer. But in my opinion, that guy is simply a useless loser. Because in actual combat There is a big difference from competition." Lewis paused and then said: "Many people think that boxers are only suitable for competitions and not good at actual combat. I do not deny that this statement has a certain basis, but this kind of This statement definitely does not apply to top heavyweight boxers. For example, if the gangster you beat to death, if he met an ordinary boxer, he might still have a chance to win, but if he met a heavyweight boxing champion , such as Tyson or Holyfield, will definitely be killed instantly."
"Why? Doesn't everyone say that actual combatants are more powerful?" Zhang Guan asked in confusion.
"During a match, boxers often test for a long time to avoid omissions as much as possible, because the way to win a boxing match is not only to KO the opponent, but also to compare points. Professional boxing matches are based on deductions. Each round starts with 10 points and points are deducted for every effective hit by the opponent. Therefore, the first thing a boxer has to do in the game is not to expose flaws and avoid mistakes as much as possible. Under this rule, boxers He will constantly move his position, keep testing, and be cautious every time he punches."
Lewis continued: "In actual combat, boxers only need to kill the opponent. There is no need to worry about the loss of points, and there is no need to focus on defense and dodge. They only need to punch with peace of mind, fast and hard." It can produce the greatest damage, especially heavyweight boxers, who can easily kill each other in an instant. Think about Tyson's heavy punches coming at you desperately, how many people can stop him?"
Zhang Guan nodded as if suddenly enlightened. In the competition, boxers spend more energy on defense, but in actual combat there are no restrictions on competition rules. Boxers can spend most of their energy on offense. The heavier the boxer, the less likely they are to attack in actual combat. The advantage is obviously greater, because they only need to hit the opponent with one punch to KO the opponent.
Lewis went on to explain: "So a regular boxing match, especially a match with a heavyweight boxer, is completely different from a normal fight. In the match, the first thing you need to do is defend. You must Learn how to defend."
"Punching and pace are the core of boxing. Let's talk about punching first. The straight punch is the most basic and core way of punching, and the left straight punch is the basis of all punches in boxing. As long as the excellent A boxer must have a great left straight punch. The left straight punch is quick to punch and the punch is also fast. In boxing matches, many times, boxers will use the left straight punch to test. In comparison, the right straight punch is used You have to be a lot more cautious.”
Lewis made a right straight punch and then said: "The right straight punch is heavier than the left straight punch. The right straight punch is suitable for long-distance attacks, but there are not many opportunities to use it. It must be fully grasped. It can be used. The right fist is further away from the opponent than the left fist. The body changes greatly during the whole period, so the right straight punch is slower than the left straight punch. In order to hit the opponent easily, it is often necessary to use the left hand's fake movement. Divert or destroy the opponent's protection to create offensive conditions and opportunities conducive to the right straight punch. Like this."
Lewis demonstrated a move where he uses his left jab to attract his opponent's attention and then attacks with a right straight punch.
"The swinging punch is a beneficial punch to attack the opponent from the side. If you hit from the side, your body will move in the opposite direction, which can distract the opponent. But the swinging punch has a long route and is easy to be discovered by the opponent, and it is very powerful. Once If you miss the target, you will easily lose your balance, and the opponent will directly seize the opportunity. When swinging your fist, it is more common to attack the opponent's head and abdomen. When attacking the abdomen, try to attack the opponent's stomach. This is better than attacking the opponent's stomach. The intestinal area is more likely to cause damage. At the same time, if someone wants to attack your abdomen, you should try your best to avoid being attacked in the stomach. Just like this... "
Lewis demonstrated several more moves.
"The uppercut is a punch that strikes in an arc, and is generally a means of close attack. The uppercut is widely used. It can attack the opponent's chin, cause a concussion, and KO the opponent in one fell swoop. And if the opponent's Once the chin is out of the way, you can also attack the opponent's upper body. For example, if you push forward, you can hit the ribs, and if you push down a little, you can hit the abdomen." Lewis once again demonstrated on the spot.
"The chance of hitting a flat uppercut is not very high. It is often used in conjunction with straight punches or swing punches to form a combination punch. When using a flat uppercut, your body's center of gravity will move to the other side, so you must be sure to do it at this time. Pay attention to the defense on the other side and don’t let your opponent catch you in the air.”
"The jab is actually a type of straight punch, mostly left jab. In the past, the jab was mainly used to test the opponent, but now the jab is also used to destroy the opponent's defense. The main characteristic of the jab is Quick and sudden.”
"Whip boxing can take advantage of the inertia of turning. This type of punch has a large range of movement and a long movement route. In addition, the power generated by turning and putting the shoulders is strong, so it is very powerful. It will be very practical when retreating and counterattacking. If you are in a competition When you are pursuing victory, you must always be prepared for your opponent to use whip fist to surprise you."
Lewis went on to talk about some punching techniques, then picked up two boxing targets, put them on his hands, and signaled Zhang Guan to punch at the targets.
"You try the straight punch with two hands first, and I will correct your movements." Lewis said.
Zhang Guan nodded, put on his boxing gloves, and struck several straight punches at the target.
"How is it? The movements are pretty standard, right?" Zhang Guan asked.
"Well, it's very standard." Lewis nodded, but he didn't take it seriously. After all, the straight punch is the simplest in boxing.
"Next try swinging your fist!" Lewis said.
The distance of the swing punch was closer than that of the straight punch, so Zhang Guan took a step closer, and then hit a few swing punches on the boxing target in Lewis' hand.
"How is it? Can the moves pass the test?" Zhang Guan asked next.
"Well, not bad." Lewis nodded, but he felt a little surprised in his heart, because Zhang Guan's fist swinging movements were also very standard, almost imitating the movements from the textbook.
"Put a few uppercuts." Lewis continued, while his eyes were carefully watching Zhang Guan's movements.
"I don't believe it, your uppercut moves can be so standard!" Lewis thought to himself.
However, after a few punches, Zhang Guan's movements were almost perfect, whether it was uppercuts with his left or right hands, flat hooks with his left or right hands, or even side hooks and diagonal uppercuts.
Just having perfect movements is not enough. Lewis can also feel the force coming from the boxing target. There is no problem with the method and direction of the force in the Zhangguan hook, and the center of gravity is also maintained very well. This is completely professional boxing. Athlete level.
"How could Zhang Guan do such a perfect uppercut? If only the movements were standard, that would be fine. After all, boxing movements can be practiced by watching a video, but the method and direction of exerting force must be professionally trained Boxing training can only be learned under the guidance of a specialized boxing trainer. There is also the maintenance of gravity when punching. This not only requires practice, but also needs to be learned in actual combat! But why can Zhang Guan be able to Master all these so perfectly?"
Lewis's mind was full of puzzles. As the world's top heavyweight boxing champion, he certainly knew that in boxing, some things can be mastered through learning, some things can be mastered through practice, and some things must be mastered. It can only be learned through the guidance of a coach, and some things can even be mastered through sparring with boxers. Therefore, before entering the profession, many boxers either choose to fight in non-professional competitions such as the Olympics, or choose to be a sparring partner for professional athletes, because playing in amateur competitions and being a sparring partner are both a learning process.
Zhang Guan has been participating in high-intensity competitions in the past four or five years, and his schedule can be found online, so Lewis can be sure that the Zhang Guan in front of him has never fought in non-professional matches, nor has he been a sparring partner for professional boxers. . But what Zhang Guan showed is something that many people can fully master only after years of training or sparring career.
"What the hell, what is going on? The method and direction of exerting force, as well as the control of body gravity, where did he learn these?" Lewis was puzzled.
"Is there anything wrong with the action?" Zhang Guan's voice sounded at this time.
"Uh... well..." Lewis looked embarrassed. According to the original script, he was going to point out some of Zhang Guan's shortcomings and then correct them. This is what a coach should do, but Zhang Guan's There really wasn't anything wrong with the punches. When asked by Zhang Guan, Lewis himself blushed.
As one of the top boxing champions in the world, he pretended to be a "master" and taught boxing to a beginner. However, he suddenly found that he had nothing to teach him. This kind of frustration really made him feel uncomfortable. Lewis felt depressed.
"How about I try jab and whip fist?" Zhang Guan asked tentatively.
"Okay, try the jab and whip again." Lewis raised the boxing target again.
"The jab is okay, but you definitely can't do a standard whip boxing. The whip boxing requires a turn, which requires very high requirements on the control of the range of motion and the selection of the action line, and the whip boxing also requires movement. The concealment and suddenness, which means that action movies must not only be accurate, but also fast enough. It is not difficult to list these two points individually, but it is very difficult to combine them." Lewis finally felt a little proud. I am looking forward to Zhang Guan using the whip fist, because the whip fist is very difficult. As long as the Zhang Guan movement is not accurate enough, or the Zhang Guan movement is not fast enough, Lewis will have found something wrong.
After several jabs, Zhang Guan subconsciously began to take a few steps back, and Lewis also cooperated by moving forward and hitting him with a boxing target, giving Zhang Guan a chance to create whip punches. At the same time, Lewis widened his eyes, waiting to find fault. .
Zhang Guan suddenly turned around and whipped his right hand, which hit the target on Lewis' left. At this moment, Lewis was a little panicked and took a big step back involuntarily.
"It was so sudden, I didn't even react! Fortunately, it was a boxing target. If this were in a competition, this kind of whip punch would hit the head all at once!" Lewis began to feel glad that this was not a boxing match, but Then he suddenly realized that Zhang Guan's whip fist was also so perfect.
"This kind of whip fist has all the power, speed, accuracy and suddenness. Although I knew he was going to throw a whip punch, I didn't react immediately. If this was during a competition, his opponent would be even less likely to do so. Those who react will definitely be hit!" Lewis thought to himself.
If it were Lewis before retiring, it would be impossible for him not to react to this kind of whip punch. However, Lewis has been retired for five years now, and as he grows older, his reaction has deteriorated several levels compared to when he was a professional boxer. , and at the same time, his attention was not completely focused on the confrontation, so he was unable to react for a while.
However, at this moment, Lewis still felt a sense of helplessness in his heart. He was originally planning to find fault, but instead he was suppressed by Zhang Guanlai's aggressive attack.
"What's going on? This kind of punching is completely professional! In other words, many professional athletes can't be as good as him. How is this possible? Is the opponent really Zhang Guan? Could it be a professional boxer who had plastic surgery? Are you kidding me!" Lewis's mind was already confused...
Two chapters in one, please give me a guaranteed monthly ticket.
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