The combination 1-2-3-Back Upper-Roll-Back Upper-3 is a dynamic, high-volume sequence that overwhelms the opponent by constantly shifting the angle of attack—from straight, to the side, to vertical—while utilizing defensive movement to generate power for repeated heavy blows.
Phase 1: Foundational Entry and Angle Shift (1-2-3)
The sequence begins with the fundamental boxing entry to establish control before immediately shifting the attack angle.
- Jab (1): You start with the jab, a quick, straight punch thrown with your lead hand. Its purpose is not raw power, but to measure distance, disrupt the opponent’s rhythm, and create an opening by forcing them to raise their guard.
- Straight Back Hand (2): Immediately following the jab, you throw the power punch with your rear hand. The force is derived from the rotation of your hips and torso, aimed straight down the middle to force the opponent's defense to tighten centrally.
- Front Hook (3): You follow the straight with a lead-hand hook. This punch attacks from a different angle that the opponent isn't expecting, specifically targeting the side of the head while their guard is occupied by the straight.
Phase 2: Vertical Assault and Defensive Coil (Back Upper - Roll)
This phase transitions to a vertical attack to break the guard, followed by a critical defensive movement to evade and reload.
- Back Upper (Back Uppercut): Immediately after the hook, you fire a powerful counter-punch with your dominant (rear) hand. This punch is designed to come "up the middle" and break through a tight guard. To generate the necessary power, you must quickly bend your knees, drop your hips, and fire your hand upward.
- Roll: You anticipate a counter-punch (likely a hook) and execute a defensive head movement by moving your head off the centerline in a U-shaped motion. This is a critical movement because it loads your hips and core, coiling your body like a spring for the next attack.
Phase 3: Power Reload and Lateral Finish (Back Upper - 3)
The combination concludes by utilizing the energy stored in the roll to launch a second vertical assault, finishing with a final lateral strike.
- Back Upper (Back Uppercut): As you emerge from the roll, you fire a second powerful back uppercut up the middle. This exploits the opening created if the opponent reacted to your movement or raised their gloves. To generate maximum power for this shot coming out of the roll, you must utilize a "reload" mechanic—quickly bending your knees and dropping your hips to re-engage your core and legs.
- 3 (Front Hook): Without pausing, you follow the uppercut with a final front hook. This attacks from a different angle, catching the opponent as they are still recovering or trying to defend the unexpected second uppercut. It finishes the combination with authority, maintaining pressure and keeping the opponent off-balance.