Quote Originally Posted by AverageJoe
You seriously think RJJ would not have a better defense if he kept his hands up?

Watch Jones vs. Tarver.

It is easier to hit to the body if your hand is down, it is also easier to switch between shots to the head and body. But in most cases it is not worth half of your defense.

Would you really tell someone to keep their lead hand down in a fight?
Of course not,that is not the point of the exersize, but like any sport or art, the great moves come from unexpected angles ,so really we're just saying dont rule anything out.
Everything works at certain times,and brilliance comes from knowing when and where to do those moves.
There are thousands of mug boxers in the world and only so few champions and thats why.
IF you are to be the Champ in anything even business or love you have to know ((when)) to take the risk.