Combinations
Decoy jab (missed on purpose) into the real one-two
FlowDecoy → Left jab → Right cross
The decoy jab into the real one-two is a combination where you throw a left jab that falls short on purpose, draw a reaction from the opponent, and then throw the real one-two. Reacting to the decoy jab, the opponent's feet may stop, or you may see a habit in how they move their guard. Of those, you aim for the moment their feet stop and slip the real one-two in.
| Type | Combinations |
|---|---|
| Notation | 1-2 |
| Number of punches | 2 |
| Footwork and defense | Decoy |
| Goals | Techniques Off the Jab, Feint Techniques, One-Two Techniques, Setup-and-Power Techniques |
| Guard | Written for orthodox (left foot forward) |
Decoy jab (missed on purpose) into the real one-two: step by step
- Throw a left jab on purpose to a spot where it won't reach the opponent.
- Watch how their guard moves and whether their feet stop.
- The moment their feet stop, throw the real left jab.
- Follow with the right cross and return to your guard.
Decoy jab (missed on purpose) into the real one-two: key points
- The first jab isn't for landing. You throw it to stop the opponent's feet and see their guard habits.
- The signal to throw the power punch is the moment the opponent's feet stop.
- Throw the decoy with the same form as a real jab. If it looks half-hearted, the opponent won't react.
Decoy jab (missed on purpose) into the real one-two: common mistakes
- Throwing the one-two right after the decoy without watching the reaction. You miss the moment their feet stop, and it turns into just a string of punches.
- Making the decoy small and sloppy. The opponent doesn't react, and their feet don't stop.
Decoy jab (missed on purpose) into the real one-two: how to practice
- In shadowboxing, throw the decoy jab with the same form as the real thing, wait one beat, then throw the real one-two, and repeat.
- On the heavy bag, stop the decoy short of the bag and land only the one-two that follows, solidly.
Related techniques
By goalTechniques Off the JabFeint TechniquesOne-Two TechniquesSetup-and-Power Techniques
Left and right are written for orthodox (left foot forward). If you're southpaw, swap left and right as you read. How to read the notation
This is Japanese-style boxing: techniques as taught at a boxing gym in Japan. American or Mexican coaches may teach some of them differently.