Wat R the boxing styles a counter puncher is weak against

[Dadi Astthorsson]

Swarmers and volume punchers are normally the worst to fight.

There is an old generalization in boxing that works kind of like paper-scissors-rock:

Swarmer beats boxer... he isn't dissuaded
Boxer beats slugger... he hits and doesn't get hit
Slugger beats swarmer... he makes him pay

That's an oversimplification as things get more complex at higher levels, but it gives you some idea.

[Chris Nagel]

By pressuring their opponent, the swarmer is able to create reactions. Thereby they can catch the counterpuncher in the act of counterpunching or mixing it up.

On the the other hand, the counterpuncher has to do much more than create openings. He must also limit his opponent's punch output, and force them to throw leads that are easier to deal with. Thus removing the swarmer's main asset, pressure.

Other than that, what beats a counter puncher? Well, a better counter puncher of course.

[donnydarkoIRL]

Counter punchers usually have great difficulty with fellow counter punchers.


Chris mentioned swarming fighters. I believe that boxer/punchers can punch well in combination may also have success.

[HerbM]

Thus one should have more than one style, and eventually free oneself from all styles, being able to fight most effectively in the moment with the tactics and strategies most likely to win the fight.

[AdamGB]

A fighter who relys heavily on counter punching will look awkward against another who does the same.

Too much nervous energy and reluctance.

[Youngblood]

A fighter who relys heavily on counter punching will look awkward against another who does the same.

Too much nervous energy and reluctance.

Ain't this the truth.

Especially in amateur when you have no idea how your opposition fights. Being a counter fighter, I can remember the first and distinct moment I stood there waiting for my opponent, as he waited for me...and the awkward realization that if one of us didn't take some initiative soon to get this ball rolling, the boos were about to begin as we stood and stared at each other from start to finish.

[Sharla]

I agree with everyone above - the only thing i can think to add is a fairly rare case (i think) anyway. I'm thinking most people will get into patterns and that's what the counter puncher can be comfortable reacting to.

I was a counter puncher. My most confusing sparring partners did things like switch between orthodox and southpaw. They also did things like gradually shorten their jab to draw me into range without me being aware of it and then of course exploited that. Until I learnt what was going on it frustrated the hell out of me.

I think these are things that really depend on the both participants experience and skill levels. If the counter puncher has seen these things before they probably won't work as well. If the other boxer is sloppy attempting to do these things they'll probably pay for that.