Jack Slack Podcast 207 - Dricus Du Plessis DESTROYS 300 Years of Boxing Strategy by Trying Harder
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Feb 9, 2025 The hosts critique UFC 312, feeling the main card didn't deliver compared to the preliminaries. They dive deep into the strategies of the main event fighters, emphasizing adaptability and the influence of coach-fighter relationships. A fight that began dominantly but ended in a draw highlights MMA's unpredictability. They analyze grappling techniques, especially Dagestani methods, and the significance of footwork. Plus, they discuss how body jabs and rehydration impact fighter performance in the octagon.
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Strickland's Jab-Centric Boxing
- Sean Strickland's boxing relies heavily on the jab, like old-school scientific boxing.
- This can be effective but becomes a liability if the opponent shuts down the jab.
Tommy Lochran's Jab
- Tommy Lochran, a light heavyweight boxer, primarily used his jab, even against much larger opponents.
- His extreme jab reliance demonstrates the limitations of a one-dimensional striking approach in combat sports.
Fighting Strickland
- Strickland is good at dealing with straight shots, making jabs less effective.
- Fighters should focus on varied attacks and shutting down his jab.