Slip and rip to the body | DrillGrid Boxing

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Purpose

Links a defensive action to a compact body counter while the head remains off the centre line.

Setup

Pair two boxers as A and B with gloves
Begin at the distance required by the sequence, agree cooperative technical contact, and let Boxer A feed or present targets while Boxer B performs the action
Keep the floor clear and match speed to the less experienced boxer

Run it

Set Boxer A as the feeder or target holder and Boxer B as the working boxer; begin at a controlled technical pace.
Partner B throws a straight right hand. Partner A slips to the outside (left) and simultaneously digs a left hook into the liver (lower right ribs).
Reset in stance after each clean repetition. Work for 2 min round / 30s rest, switch roles halfway where appropriate, and stop the round if shape or control breaks down.

Coach checks

Drop your center of gravity by bending the knees, not the waist, to keep eyes on the target.
Turn the knuckles over and drive through the target, ensuring the non-punching hand remains glued to the temple.
Speed and power remain low enough for both boxers to keep shape, sight and a clean reset.

Scale it

Easier: rehearse one action at a time at half speed with a predictable feed.
Harder: make the feed semi-random, then require a clean exit or defensive recovery after scoring.

Common faults

Rushing the sequence before the first action is balanced - build the rhythm at technical pace.
Admiring the score or standing on the centre line - recover the guard and finish with position.

Amateur relevance

Clean short punches, balanced body scoring and a clear exit make close-range work easier for judges to see without creating untidy holding exchanges.

Use it

Use this in the main technical block for two or three short rounds after the movement warm-up. It suits advanced boxers when the feed, speed and contact are scaled to experience.