Southpaw vs. Orthodox Analytics

Stance Matchup Analysis

Southpaw (left-handed) fighters face orthodox (right-handed) opponents about 90% of the time, creating unique advantages and challenges.

Southpaw Advantages

• Orthodox fighters have less experience against southpaws
• Lead hand (left) is power hand against orthodox lead hand (left jab)
• Angles are reversed, creating unfamiliarity
• Statistical edge in southpaw vs. orthodox matchups

Orthodox vs. Southpaw Strategy

• Control outside foot position (critical for angles)
• Orthodox jab targets southpaw's power hand
• Lateral movement away from southpaw power hand
• Body shots more readily available due to stance angle

Southpaw vs. Southpaw

• Both fighters face unfamiliar matchup
• More evenly balanced than orthodox vs. southpaw
• Fighter with more southpaw experience has advantage