Cross-counter

A cross-counter is a counter-attack begun immediately after an opponent throws a jab, exploiting the opening in the opponent's position.

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  A right straight punch on instance-as a counter-punch (cross) after an opponent's left jab
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  A left jab on instance-as a counter-punch (cross) after an opponent's left jab

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Terms	The distance Weight class Pound for pound Lineal championship Cutman Gatekeeper Journeyman Long Count Outpoint Punching power Punch-out
Punches	Jab Cross Hook (Swing) Uppercut Overhand Counterpunch (Cross-counter) Bolo punch Short straight-punch Rabbit punch Liver shot Below the belt
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