VIDEO: Despite Lean Build, Boxer Delivers Brutal KO to Muscular Fitness Coach in the Ring

Size doesn’t matter. I’m sure we’ve all heard this saying in various contexts – much to our relief sometimes, eh? But while fighting, things are different. Size is a very important component in combat sports and can play a heavy [art in the outcome of a physical encounter. It’s the very reason why we have weight classes across most combat sports to level out the playing field. However, that doesn’t necessarily translate to “bigger is better.”

In today’s piece, we take a look at a boxing bout between two rather differently-sized competitors. However, while you’d assume that the bigger guy always has the upper hand, this clip is here to prove that every small competitor has a winning edge if they simply play to their strengths.

Knockout by the Boxer

The 14-second clip sees a specialized boxer take on a fitness coach in the ring. While the fitness coach presumably has a dedicated work rate and a very high endurance for cardiovascular activities, he begins the bout as an underdog and pretty much continues in that position for the rest of the fight. While the boxer might not possess the same attributes as his opponent, he’s specialized in striking and causing the most damage with the least amount of effort.

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While the coach begins aggressively with a few swings and misses early on, he immediately gets humbled with two one-two combinations that landed him square on his face. Although dazed and confused, he perseveres and comes back for more. He swings wildly a few more times – out of desperation rather than anything else – before eating a couple more punches very clean.

He finally gets put down by another strong one-two combination. The punches land him flat on his back, out cold.

Importance of Composure in Defense

Even though his opponent was bigger than him, the boxer never showed a single sign of weakness or fear. He remained calm and stuck to his game plan very religiously. Despite the initial aggression, the boxer remained in control. He either dodged or absorbed any hits that came his way and then waited for the opportune moment to strike.

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While picking your moment is an extremely important part of any sport, hitting hard and hitting precisely is also an aspect that cannot be overlooked. The boxer made great use of his feet, even leaning on the rope for support very astutely. Additionally, he maintains his composure even with his back to the corner, saving him from any rash decisions or stray punches.