One of the most well-known stances is the southpaw boxing stance. This style is ideal for boxers who fight a left-handed opponent. It also makes them less vulnerable to takedowns. This stance is often associated to Jake Gyllenhaal's character Billy Hope. Based on a real-life scenario, the movie title refers also to Billy Hope, a left handed boxer.

The southpaw boxing posture is an excellent option for a southpaw. It allows a fighter’s left hand to face his opponent's. This allows boxers without risk of being struck with their right hands by lead hooks and jabs. The right hand is also a prime target in this position, so a southpaw should have a strong right hand guard. A southpaw boxing stance may be helpful if you are facing an opponent with a dominant right-handed style.

An orthodox boxing position is also known by the southpaw stance. The right side leads the way, while the left hand and right feet lead the way. A southpaw is prone to jabs from both hands. Boxing is a sport where the right-hander often carries his punches further than the left-handed opponent. He is able to use his right hand to throw a powerful, right-handed jab and his left hand to move forward. This gives him more power in his punches.

While left-handed fighters can use the southpaw stance, it is usually the left-handed boxers who fight in this style. This stance gives southpaws a tactical, strategic and cognitive advantage during fights. This style allows fighters to throw powerful crosses and jab with their offhand. The forward leg of the lead leg should be at 45 degrees to the back leg. The weight of the lead foot should be firmly planted on the ground.

Although the southpaw is more effective for left handed boxers, professional boxers may prefer to use a right-handed approach to protect their left arm. Traditionally, a fighter with a right hand would fight a southpaw. However some orthodox fighters adopt the southpaw style. A southpaw stance can be a better choice if you're not sure which orthodox stance suits you best.

Although the orthodox is the most preferred stance for boxers it will be necessary for a southpaw to spar against a right-handed opponent. This stance can be more difficult than the orthodox and opponents may find it difficult to predict the movements of a southpaw. It's important to remember that a southpaw's stance is different from his orthodox stance, so it is important to learn the difference between the two styles.