Deconstructing Terence Crawford’s Edge Ahead of His Undisputed Fight : The Brilliance of Ambidextrous Switch-Hitting

In the realm of boxing, WBO Welterweight champion Terence Crawford stands tall as one of the sport’s most elite and enigmatic talents. His unique style and exceptional skills have propelled him to the top of the pound-for-pound rankings, establishing him as one of the best boxers in the world. However, a formidable challenge awaits Crawford in the form of unified champion Errol Spence Jr., another elite fighter renowned for his prowess in the ring.

Heading into this fight many have picked ‘Bud’ as the favorite to win this bout. This is mainly due to his unorthodox yet highly effective fighting style. The undefeated boxer is a master of manipulating guards and is currently one of the best switch-hitters in the world. Therefore let us take a deep dive into why his style has been effective and how it might fare out against ‘The Truth’.

Dissecting Terence Crawford’s masterful switch-hitting style

Bud’s guard technique is far from conventional. Instead of adopting the typical tight guard seen in many boxers, Crawford keeps his guard loose and relaxed with wide elbows. This unorthodox approach has distinct advantages, providing him with enhanced visibility and quick reaction times. By widening his elbows, Crawford expands his field of vision, allowing him to better anticipate and respond to incoming attacks.

Another fundamental aspect of his boxing arsenal is his switch stance style. Demonstrating unparalleled skill, he effortlessly switches between orthodox and southpaw stances. The art of switch-hitting grants him the ability to change his lead foot and adjust the angle of his attack while in motion. By fluidly shifting between stances, ‘Bud’ maintains a dynamic and elusive presence in the ring. The artful execution of switch-hitting highlights Crawford’s boxing IQ and tactical acumen. However, despite many fearing the WBO champ’s unorthodox style, Spence is not too worried about this as he revealed how he would deal with Bud’s switch-hitting.

Errol Spence Jr.’s familiarity with southpaws and his approach against Terence Crawford

In an interview with FightHype.com, the unified champion revealed that he had extensive experience sparring and facing southpaws during his training and amateur career. This familiarity gives him unique insights into Crawford’s switch-hitting style, as he shares his thoughts on preparing for the upcoming battle.

“With me, I feel like I sparred a lot of southpaws in the gym. I also fought a lot of Southpaw in the amateurs. You know, one time I fought like four or five southpaws in a row, so I’ve seen a lot of southpaws. I know he switches naturally, I just got to stay focused and realize, when he switches or when he don’t switch” he said

Spence Jr.’s exposure to southpaws in the gym and during his amateur days gives him a valuable advantage when confronting Crawford’s switch-hitting tactics. However, the level and ring IQ and awareness of Spence’s previous opponents are nowhere near to that of ‘Bud’. This is the reason why the matchup is so intriguing as one slip-up could end the night for either champion. As fans eagerly await this super fight, it is clear that both boxers will bring their unique strengths and experiences into the ring, promising a spectacle of skill and tactics that will earn both a name in the annals of boxing.

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