When you get in the ring, you are trying to hit your opponent with effective punches. The prospect of registering a one-punch knockout might be exciting, but it is not realistic. In most cases, you are going to use a series of punches called a combination to stop your opponent. Throwing combinations takes timing, quickness, power, athleticism and good footwork.
Need for Combinations
Throwing one punch at a time is not a good strategy in a boxing match. One punch usually is not going to do that much damage. If you throw a left jab and then step back or a right cross and step back, your opponent is going to know that as soon as you throw the punch you will be on the defensive. Throwing punches in combinations not only makes you a more dangerous offensive fighter, but also makes you less predictable in your movements. Your opponent will have a more difficult time figuring out what you will do next and that means you will be able to dictate the pace of the fight.
One-Two Combination
The one-two combination is the most basic punch sequence in boxing. This combination is the left jab followed by the straight right cross. The left jab often is considered the most dangerous punch in boxing because it keeps your opponent off balance and sets up every other punch in boxing. The left jab can stun your opponent and knock him off balance and the right cross will hurt your opponent when it lands quickly. Land enough one-two combinations and you will seize control of the fight.
Jab, Left Hook, Right Uppercut
Start with a stiff left jab to your opponent's head. In most cases, he will expect you to follow with a right hand punch, but you will surprise him with a left hook to the ribs or jaw. Then finish the job with a right uppercut. When this punch lands cleanly it will come from underneath and land on the point of your opponent's chin. This punch can hurt your opponent and turn the fight in your favor.
Jab, Straight Right, Left Hook
This also is known as the one-two-three combination and is a boxing classic. The best part about the combination is how rapidly the punches are thrown. The key punch in the combination is the crisp left jab at the start. If it lands crisply, your opponent will be forced to stop in his tracks or take a step back. The right cross follows an instant later. This also is a stunning blow and will give you a chance to finish your opponent with a left hook. Instead of following with another left jab, your hook will come around his guard and hit him squarely in the side of the jaw.
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