Why Switch Hitting Isn't Taught More Frequently

[GrandpaBernard]

seems only a few niggs can regularly do it

[Larry the boss]

Because it is dangerous,if you get caught switching you will be squared up and floored.

[soul_survivor]

If you've ever boxed, even as a limited amateur or just sparred, you will understand how difficult it is to get your feet in position, your shoulders aligned and your hands in the right position, all while hoping the opponent doesn't ram home a power shot. It's something only the quickest and smartest fighters can pull off well.

Having said that, I see more fighters doing it these days than some 10 years ago. I think a lot of it may be down to there being fewer pressure fighters, meaning there is more space to pull of the switch. However, not a lot of switchitters are all that effective, I can probably only count two right now: DeGale and Crawford.

[Larry the boss]

Witter use to be a pretty good switch hitter

[Box-Office]

seems only a few niggs can regularly do it

It's dangerous. You can confuse yourself. Might as well become an expert on one stance.

That Rances Brathemly or however you spell it is also great at it.

[Box-Office]

Witter use to be a pretty good switch hitter

Apparently they encourage **** like that in his (Ingle) gym.

[-PBP-]

Crawford has made several mistakes in the Gamboa fight and last nights fight that a Matthysse or another top contender would make him pay for. Jean caught him with 2 big right hands and Gamboa wobbled him.

He can switch hit but he struggles to defend against that straight right hand when he's in the southpaw stance.

[Box-Office]

Crawford has made several mistakes in the Gamboa fight and last nights fight that a Matthysse or another top contender would make him pay for. Jean caught him with 2 big right hands and Gamboa wobbled him.

He can switch hit but he struggles to defend against that straight right hand when he's in the southpaw stance.

What is your view on Brathmely's ability on switch hitting?

[GrandpaBernard]

Crawford has made several mistakes in the Gamboa fight and last nights fight that a Matthysse or another top contender would make him pay for. Jean caught him with 2 big right hands and Gamboa wobbled him.

He can switch hit but he struggles to defend against that straight right hand when he's in the southpaw stance.

isn't that the case for most southpaws doe

manny who is probably the 10th greatest southpaw of all time also has rights bouncing off his head

[Redd Foxx]

A lot of people don't realize that getting hit, even if you block it, can really test your balance. I'm 6'3" and I've sparred with heavies that will throw you a couple ft back, even when you block. Back to the point, having your feet under you and in position to brace is critical. Pro boxers that look unsteady still have to have a great sense of balance and footwork to even get to where they are at. Switching puts you in a compromise as you're doing it. I have always switched because it's just something I'm inclined to but sometimes it only takes a Hopkins-esque nudge to put you on your ass (as my old coach used to illustrate often to prove his point).