Fighting a taller opponent in boxing requires closing the distance and disrupting their reach advantage. Here's a breakdown of effective strategies:
Closing the Distance
- Reshifting: Use reshift to close the gap if your opponent keeps moving. This involves quickly adjusting your footwork to get within striking range.
- Footwork: Effective footwork is paramount. Use angles to cut off the ring and avoid being consistently at the end of their punches. Move laterally and forward aggressively.
Offense
- Body Shots: Once inside, focus on body shots. They are closer targets and can sap your opponent's strength. Use body shots to set up combinations.
- Combinations: Throw combinations to overwhelm your opponent and make it difficult for them to use their reach effectively.
- Get Inside: Close that Gap to get inside for body shots and set up combinations.
Defense
- Head Movement: Slip and weave to avoid punches, especially the jab. Constant head movement makes you a harder target.
By consistently applying these techniques, you can neutralize the height advantage and create opportunities to win.
