Bad Left Hook - Mayweather vs Pacquiao Secret WeaponsGlobal Boxing News and Commentaryhttps://cdn.vox-cdn.com/community_logos/47131/backingthepack-fave.png2015-04-29T13:39:16-04:00http://www.badlefthook.com/rss/stream/81386762015-04-29T13:39:16-04:002015-04-29T13:39:16-04:00Floyd Mayweather's Lead Right (technique video)
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<p>Bloody Elbow's Connor Ruebusch breaks down the mechanics behind Floyd's sniper-like lead right hand.</p> <p>Everyone knows that Floyd Mayweather's lead right is one of his best, most consistent power punches, but few understand how exactly Floyd manages to land a normally improbable punch so effortlessly. And is it really a "power punch" at all? Steel yourself for <a href="http://sbnation.com/pacquiao-mayweather">Mayweather-Pacquiao</a> on May 2nd by studying up on the famous, infamous, misunderstood, and underrated techniques of these two incredible fighters.</p>
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<p>Now that you've seen the final episode, make sure you catch the rest of the "Secret Weapons" series before the big fight May 2nd.</p>
<p><a href="http://goo.gl/yb9sY0">1. Pacquiao's Right Hook</a></p>
<p><a href="http://goo.gl/RWpL93">2. Mayweather's Sticky Punches</a></p>
<p><a href="http://goo.gl/RKRHCS">3. Pacquiao's Defense</a></p>
<p><a href="http://goo.gl/aMJGSR">4. Mayweather's Body Punching</a></p>
<p>5. Pacquiao's Uppercut</p>
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https://www.badlefthook.com/2015/4/29/8515497/pacquiao-vs-mayweather-secret-weapons-floyd-lead-right-video-boxing-technique-counter-fightConnor Ruebusch2015-04-28T09:00:08-04:002015-04-28T09:00:08-04:00Manny Pacquiao's underrated uppercut (video)
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<p>Manny Pacquiao is known for the straight left, but his uppercut is easily one of his trickiest, most dangerous punches. Connor Ruebusch of Bad Left Hook breaks it down.</p> <p>Mayweather vs Pacquiao is just days away, and we have just a few secret weapons left to break down.</p>
<p>Today we're taking a look at one of Manny Pacquiao's most underrated techniques: his tricky uppercut, which both sets up his left hand and punishes opponents who work hard to avoid it. Pacquiao's uppercut was key in his victory over Miguel Cotto, and its been instrumental to most of his high profile wins. There's no doubt that Floyd Mayweather will be prepared for Pacquiao's cross--but will he be ready for the uppercut? Watch the video and decide for yourself.</p>
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<p>Don't miss the rest of the Secret Weapons series. Here are some handy links to the previous episodes.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.badlefthook.com/2015/4/9/8374611/pacquiao-vs-mayweather-secret-weapons-right-hook-southpaw-boxing-technique-video-preview?_ga=1.196769324.10598372.1422837186">1. Manny Pacquiao's Right Hook</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.badlefthook.com/2015/4/14/8408967/pacquiao-vs-mayweather-secret-weapons-floyd-sticky-punches-boxing-technique-video-fight?_ga=1.220344856.10598372.1422837186">2. Floyd Mayweather's Sticky Punches</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.badlefthook.com/2015/4/19/8453383/pacquiao-vs-mayweather-secret-weapons-manny-defense-boxing-technique-video-roach?_ga=1.220344856.10598372.1422837186">3. Manny Pacquiao's Defense</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.badlefthook.com/2015/4/26/8499845/pacquiao-vs-mayweather-secret-weapons-floyd-body-punch-hook-lead-right-technique-video-boxing?_ga=1.220344856.10598372.1422837186">4. Floyd Mayweather's Body Punching</a></p>
<p>Coming this week, the final episode of Secret Weapons--an in-depth look at Floyd Mayweather's well-known but misunderstood lead right, which most believe will play a key role in The Fight.</p>
https://www.badlefthook.com/2015/4/28/8506839/pacquiao-vs-mayweather-secret-weapons-manny-uppercut-cotto-ko-video-preview-technique-boxingConnor Ruebusch2015-04-26T13:58:09-04:002015-04-26T13:58:09-04:00Floyd Mayweather's Body Punching
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<p>Bad Left Hook's Connor Ruebusch analyzes the body attack of Floyd Mayweather, who will certainly look to hammer Manny Pacquiao's guts come May 2nd.</p> <p>Just one week till <a href="http://www.sbnation.com/pacquiao-mayweather">Mayweather vs Pacquiao</a>, and so much more technique to cover. In our last episode of Secret Weapons, we looked at the underrated defense of Manny Pacquiao. Opponents have more trouble hitting Pacquiao's head than you might expect--but one reliable way around the high guard and tricky head movement is a sustained body assault. Floyd Mayweather is a prolific body puncher, and there's no doubt he will look to use all of the tricks in his ken to wear Pacquiao down come May 2nd.</p>
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<p>Don't forget to check out the rest of the Secret Weapons series, too. You can find links to all of the other episodes right below.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.badlefthook.com/2015/4/9/8374611/pacquiao-vs-mayweather-secret-weapons-right-hook-southpaw-boxing-technique-video-preview?_ga=1.191618602.10598372.1422837186"> </a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.badlefthook.com/2015/4/9/8374611/pacquiao-vs-mayweather-secret-weapons-right-hook-southpaw-boxing-technique-video-preview?_ga=1.191618602.10598372.1422837186">Manny Pacquiao's Right Hook</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.badlefthook.com/2015/4/9/8374611/pacquiao-vs-mayweather-secret-weapons-right-hook-southpaw-boxing-technique-video-preview?_ga=1.191618602.10598372.1422837186"> </a></p>
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<p><a href="http://www.badlefthook.com/2015/4/14/8408967/pacquiao-vs-mayweather-secret-weapons-floyd-sticky-punches-boxing-technique-video-fight?_ga=1.262700172.10598372.1422837186">Floyd Mayweather's Sticky Punches</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.badlefthook.com/2015/4/19/8453383/pacquiao-vs-mayweather-secret-weapons-manny-defense-boxing-technique-video-roach?_ga=1.262700172.10598372.1422837186">Manny Pacquiao's Defense</a></p>
<p>And coming later this week: in-depth looks at Pacquiao's dangerous uppercut, and Mayweather's cobra-like lead right.</p>
https://www.badlefthook.com/2015/4/26/8499845/pacquiao-vs-mayweather-secret-weapons-floyd-body-punch-hook-lead-right-technique-video-boxingConnor Ruebusch2015-04-19T15:07:08-04:002015-04-19T15:07:08-04:00Technique Video: Pacquiao's Defense
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<p>Floyd Mayweather may be renowned for his defense, but Manny Pacquiao's got a few defensive tricks of his own.</p> <p>If you were to approach a random fight fan, point to a Mayweather vs Pacquiao poster, and ask "which one has good defense?" there's no question that they'd answer "Mayweather," without missing a beat. And while it is true that Floyd is<em>known</em> for his superb defense, Manny Pacquiao has a subtly effective defense all his own, one which can be traced back to Marlon Starling, a superb technician who ruled the welterweight division for one brief but beautiful year in 1989.</p>
<p>Starling was known for his airtight defense, all based around a tight but flexible high guard like that of Winky Wright. When Starling achieved the height of his success, a young Freddie Roach was working in his corner. And as it turns out, there's a lot more of Starling in Pacquiao than you might expect.</p>
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<p>Links to the other videos in this series can be found below.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.badlefthook.com/2015/4/9/8374611/pacquiao-vs-mayweather-secret-weapons-right-hook-southpaw-boxing-technique-video-preview/in/8138676">Secret Weapons: Manny Pacquiao's Right Hook</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.badlefthook.com/2015/4/14/8408967/pacquiao-vs-mayweather-secret-weapons-floyd-sticky-punches-boxing-technique-video-fight/in/8138676">Secret Weapons: Floyd Mayweather's Sticky Punches</a></p>
https://www.badlefthook.com/2015/4/19/8453383/pacquiao-vs-mayweather-secret-weapons-manny-defense-boxing-technique-video-roachConnor Ruebusch2015-04-14T08:00:08-04:002015-04-14T08:00:08-04:00Technique video: Floyd's Sticky Punches
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<p>Bad Left Hook's Connor Ruebusch breaks down the unique punching style of Floyd Mawyeather.</p> <p>Floyd Mayweather's punches are... different from most. Instead of bouncing off the target, they stick. When they miss, they snap into position against the opponent's collarbone or face as if attracted by magnet. I call these "sticky punches," and Mayweather uses them to control his opponents, exit safely on angles, and initiate impressive offense.</p>
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https://www.badlefthook.com/2015/4/14/8408967/pacquiao-vs-mayweather-secret-weapons-floyd-sticky-punches-boxing-technique-video-fightConnor Ruebusch2015-04-09T12:00:03-04:002015-04-09T12:00:03-04:00Secret Weapon: Manny Pacquiao's Right Hook
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<p>Bad Left Hook's Connor Ruebusch breaks down Manny Pacquiao's underrated right hook.</p> <p>For the rest of the month leading up to <a href="http://www.sbnation.com/pacquiao-mayweather">Mayweather vs Pacquiao</a>, we're looking at the signature techniques--the Secret Weapons of Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Manny Pacquiao. The first episode of this series looks at what might be Pacquiao's most underrated punch: his devastating right hook.</p>
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https://www.badlefthook.com/2015/4/9/8374611/pacquiao-vs-mayweather-secret-weapons-right-hook-southpaw-boxing-technique-video-previewConnor Ruebusch