Sports - Boxing

a Thai martial art that combines boxing with stand-up striking and clinching techniques

a combat sport that combines elements of boxing and kicking techniques

a French form of kickboxing that incorporates both punches and kicks

a dynamic style of kickboxing emphasizing diverse striking techniques, originating in Japan and known for high-level competitions

a quick, straight punch thrown with the lead hand to create distance

(boxing) a straight punch thrown with the rear hand, usually aimed straight at the opponent's head or body

(boxing) a powerful punch thrown with a bent arm aimed at connecting with the side or front of an opponent's head or body

(boxing) a powerful punch thrown from below, aimed upward toward the opponent's chin or body

(boxing) a strike aimed at the opponent's torso area, typically the ribs or abdomen

(Muay Thai) a powerful strike where the fighter pivots on one foot while swinging the other leg horizontally to hit the opponent with the shin or foot

a defensive technique in boxing to dodge punches and set up counterattacks

to obstruct or hinder the progress or action of an opponent, typically in sports or competitive activities

the strategic shifting or dodging of the head in boxing to avoid incoming strikes from an opponent

a punching technique where a boxer throws a hook while moving backward or sideways to counter an opponent's attack

a striking technique in kickboxing targeting an opponent's thigh or lower leg

the situation where the referee ends the fight early due to one boxer's inability to continue safely

a situation where one fighter delivers a punch or series of punches that disable their opponent of fighting in that match, leading to an immediate victory

a powerful strike that makes an opponent unconscious or unable to continue the fight, resulting in an immediate victory for the delivering boxer

a situation that occurs when a referee stops a fight because one fighter is unable to continue due to injury

a situation where two of the three judges score the bout in favor of one boxer, while the third judge scores it in favor of the other boxer

a training exercise where a boxer practices their technique, footwork, and movement without an opponent, often visualizing an imaginary opponent or scenarios

a controlled practice session where boxers simulate a real fight, focusing on technique, timing, and strategy without aiming to knock out their opponent

the long-distance running or jogging done by boxers to build stamina and endurance

a defensive style where the boxer holds their gloves close to their cheeks to protect their face while maintaining mobility

a left-handed fighting position where the boxer's right hand and right foot are forward

a stance where a boxer's left hand and left foot are forward, with the right hand and right foot positioned behind

the preliminary boxing matches that precede the main event

the standard regulations for modern boxing matches

a professional boxing match where boxers compete for a cash prize

a push kick used in Muay Thai and other martial arts to create distance or disrupt an opponent's balance

(boxing) a quick maneuver to separate from an opponent, typically from a clinch, aimed at gaining advantage or creating space

a defensive tactic where a boxer responds to an opponent's attack by immediately delivering a punch of their own

an event where individuals compete in the sport of boxing