The southpaw boxing stance is one of the most popular types of stance. This stance suits boxers who are left-handed. They are also less likely to be taken down. This stance has been associated with Jake Gyllenhaal’s character Billy Hope. Based on a real-life scenario, the movie title refers also to Billy Hope, a left handed boxer.
A southpaw should choose the southpaw boxing stance. It allows a fighter put his left hand in front his opponent's. This allows boxers without risk of being struck with their right hands by lead hooks and jabs. Because the right hand is a prime target in this position and a southpaw must have a strong guard, a right hand guard should also be present. You can use a southpaw boxing style to help an opponent who doesn't have a dominant, right-handed style.
An orthodox boxing position is also known by the southpaw stance. The right hand leads the way in the ring, and the right foot leads the way. A southpaw is prone to jabs from both hands. The right-handed boxer is more likely to carry his punches longer than the left-handed one in boxing. Using the right hand, he is able to throw a powerful right-handed jab, while his left hand moves forward. This allows him to punch more powerfully.
While left-handed fighters can use the southpaw stance, it is usually the left-handed boxers who fight in this style. This stance gives southpaws a tactical, strategic and cognitive advantage during fights. This style allows the fighter to use their off-hand to make powerful crosses and jab with it. The front leg should be placed at a 45 degree angle to the back leg. The weight of the lead foot should be firmly planted on the ground.
Although the southpaw stance works better for left-handed fighters, professional boxers often prefer to keep their left hand protected by using a right-handed stance. Traditionally, a left-handed fighter would be able to stand up against a Southpaw. However, some orthodox boxers have adopted the southpaw position. If you are not sure whether the orthodox stance is better for you, try fighting from a southpaw stance.
Although the orthodox is the most preferred stance for boxers it will be necessary for a southpaw to spar against a right-handed opponent. This type of stance can be more difficult to master and may make it harder for opponents predict a southpaw’s movements. It is important for southpaws to be aware that their stance can differ from his orthodox, so it is important you know the difference.