Ring Tactics-Ring Craft

Ring tactics and strategies are what you will need when you enter the ring with an opponent of a specific physique or style. Although it is difficult to generalise how to deal with all known styles of fighting, the following tactics are generally regarded as the most effective.

AGAINST A TALL FIGHTER :

You will need to keep moving both ways, draw the lead and slip inside. Once on the inside, switch attacks from head to body with hooks and uppercuts. Care must be taken when trying to get on the inside, you must beware of his uppercuts.

AGAINST A CROUCHING FIGHTER :

Do not work in a straight line, keep moving left and right, side step and work to the sides. Use straight punches and look for openings to use your uppercuts.

AGAINST A PERSISTANT JABBER :

You need to keep pressure on this type of opponent, keep bobbing and weaving and try to slip under the jab. Once inside the jab, work the body with solid hooks and uppercuts.

AGAINST A HEAVY PUNCHER :

You'll need to keep moving against this type of fighter. DO NOT allow him to get set and "plant his feet". Launch unsuspecting attacks. Don't stand and trade punches, circle the ring and in both directions.

AGAINST A COUNTER PUNCHER :

Force him to lead by feinting and try and concentrate on countering his counter. Keep him under pressure and off balance.

AGAINST A SOUTHPAW :

You will need to circle left on the blind side away from your opponents left hook. Use your left hook to cross over the southpaw lead and also use your right hand to head and body.

please note:

Ring craft is not a substitute for physical fitness and boxing ability. You must work hard in training and sparring and the ability to solve problems and workout your opponent's strengths and weaknesses will come with experience.

Never stop trying, even though things might not be going well for you in a fight, you must remember that it only takes one well placed punch to turn thing around.
Don't be too tense as this will slow down your reactions. Try to appear confident by not displaying signs of tiredness and discomfort, easier said than done but this will come with experience.

Vary your moves and combinations, never use the same move more than twice in succession. A good opponent will notice this and plan for a counter which could be devastating.

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