Hey Guys,
Ive been boxing for around 2 years and doing some MT on the side. Ive seen some discussion on the forums with regards to how much the striking dynamic can change in an MMA setting. Recently, my training partners and I tried experimenting using MMA gloves but doing only striking.
Now, Im not trying to do a style Vs style discussion just to talk about which one is better, but more for the sake of learning what works best for each style when using MMA gloves. Ive observed that for me, having a boxing base can be quite advantageous with MMA gloves when up against an MT fighter. We were more or less equal in skill level and physical skill.
The strategy i used was to stay out of kicking range and move in quickly with punches then dash back out. Since my gloves were small i found myself landing effective shots and was able to win most of the round just by having quicker and accurate punches although i had to be very careful of not stepping in too close to avoid getting caught in his clinch. My sparring partner was able to counter with Teep kicks to stop my dashing in and then follow up with round kicks that was able to hurt me, it was pretty even and i liked my chances more when facing an MT fighter using MMA gloves because i could utilize my weapons better.
Now i was wondering if you guys could share any similar experiences or knowledge? like coming from a striking background what were the adjustments, benefits and detriments you observed when using MMA gloves and when fighting against other styles.
Thanks and sorry for the lengthy post
Ive been boxing for around 2 years and doing some MT on the side. Ive seen some discussion on the forums with regards to how much the striking dynamic can change in an MMA setting. Recently, my training partners and I tried experimenting using MMA gloves but doing only striking.
Now, Im not trying to do a style Vs style discussion just to talk about which one is better, but more for the sake of learning what works best for each style when using MMA gloves. Ive observed that for me, having a boxing base can be quite advantageous with MMA gloves when up against an MT fighter. We were more or less equal in skill level and physical skill.
The strategy i used was to stay out of kicking range and move in quickly with punches then dash back out. Since my gloves were small i found myself landing effective shots and was able to win most of the round just by having quicker and accurate punches although i had to be very careful of not stepping in too close to avoid getting caught in his clinch. My sparring partner was able to counter with Teep kicks to stop my dashing in and then follow up with round kicks that was able to hurt me, it was pretty even and i liked my chances more when facing an MT fighter using MMA gloves because i could utilize my weapons better.
Now i was wondering if you guys could share any similar experiences or knowledge? like coming from a striking background what were the adjustments, benefits and detriments you observed when using MMA gloves and when fighting against other styles.
Thanks and sorry for the lengthy post