Originally posted by Nagabilly
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As you gain experience you will see more shots coming and learn to roll with the punch to take the sting off it (or at least brace yourself for the impact).
As you are a beginner, I would guess you got caught with your chin in the air and you didn't see the punch coming (from either covering your eyes with your guard or having your eyes shut, or both)
Another thing, the more you get hit the better you are able to deal with it mentally. I remember the first time I got hit hard - I panicked like hell and mentally made into a much bigger issue than it was. Now when I get hit with similar shots, it's no big deal most of the time, even though the physical effects are the same.
Also, if you get hit hard, clean on the button, it's going to mess you up no matter how good your chin is (this includes Margarito, Froch etc).
Oh, and just because your opponent was lighter than you, it doesn't mean he shouldn't be able to hurt you.
It's way too early to be concluding you have a weak chin at this stage.
Good luck with your next sparring session mate !!!
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