Boxing Against a Random Thrower (More Detailed Question Inside)

[WayneFlint]

definently straight punches are the only way to hit in a street fight.

[WayneFlint]

I have just returned from 3 months in asia and while i was in thailand i attended a few muay thai fight nights, i have seen quiet a few muay thai fights here in aus too as my inlaws brother is a very talented muay thai fighter.
But watching the thai's go about there business in the ring is an awesome sight to see, they are so confident, relaxed and down right brutal once in the ring they are on a total differant level to 95% of western muay thai fighters.

So i wouldnt judge the advantages/disadvantages of muay thai by watching western fights.

I can remember seeing a video a few years back of 2 young thai lads looked only about 8 or so having a gym war, with an obveouse dislike for eachother as they didnt think twice about sticking a head but in here or there, youve gotta admire the mind set and disciplin.

[jahmez]

definently straight punches are the only way to hit in a street fight.

I'll only throw a hook really tight if I find myself inside and even then I'll try to throw or paw a jab first.