Slipping

Slipping is a technique used in boxing that is similar to bobbing. It is considered one of the four basic defensive strategies, along with blocking, holding, and clinching. It is performed by moving the head to either side so that the opponent's punches "slip" by the boxer.[1]

Slipping outside
Slipping inside

References

Boxing: With Prefatory Note by Bat Mullins and Rowland George Allanson-Winn Headley

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[1] Boxing: With Prefatory Note by Bat Mullins and Rowland George Allanson-Winn Headley

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