Drop (boxing)
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An overhand is a semi-circular and vertical punch thrown with the rear hand. It is usually when the opponent bobbing
or slipping
. The strategic utility of the drop relying on body weight can deliver a great deal of power.
Bobbing (boxing)
Bobbing is one of the basic strategies of defensive boxing, executed by slightly moving the head to either side so that the opponent's punches slip by the boxer's head. You use the slip to evade swings, jabs, and straight punches. It can not be used with hooks as they move on the side level...
or slipping
Slipping
Slipping is a technique used in boxing that is similar to bobbing. It is considered one of the four basic defensive strategies, along with blocking, holding, and clinching. It is performed by moving the head to either side so that the opponent's punches "slip" by the boxer. This technique is...
. The strategic utility of the drop relying on body weight can deliver a great deal of power.