Kapanlagi.com - Actor Naufal Samudra is also competing in a boxing match against athlete Aqsa Aswar, in the Superstar Knockout event on November 17, 2023 at Mahaka Square, North Jakarta. Before the match day, Naufal Samudra admitted that there were concerns from his closest people, especially from Dinda Kirana, his girlfriend.
However, he has reassured Dinda Kirana not to worry too much about the match. Naufal also convinced his girlfriend that he will win the match.
"Dinda definitely has concerns," said Naufal Samudra when met in Senayan area, Central Jakarta, on Thursday (16/11).
"But she (Dinda Kirana) is very supportive of seeing me do something I love," he continued.
1. Boxing Has Become a Hobby
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Naufal admits that he has been interested in boxing for the past six years, but he rarely uploads his training activities.
When asked further, the artist who was once involved in a case of alleged misuse of liquid marijuana said that boxing has become his hobby and passion. Moreover, Naufal has become more interested in this combat sport since watching fights by professional athletes like Floyd Mayweather.
"Actually, I initially liked Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) and Muay Thai. Then, after watching Floyd Mayweather's matches, I became interested in boxing, more specifically kickboxing. Over time, I learned everything and it became my passion," he said.
2. Boxing Training
To further improve his preparation, Naufal even trained in boxing during shooting locations. He believes that this sacrifice is necessary in order to achieve optimal results in the ring.
"Thank God, the preparation has been maximum, because we are currently working on a stripping project, maximizing the time and resources we have. We also train on location," he concluded.
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