Boxing a heavier opponent?

Question

So I'm challenging myself by sparring with my friend who is a good 30-40 pounds heavier than me. I definetly think its going to be a challenge. Does anybody have any good tips on boxing someone that is heavier than you?

Answer 1

don't spar him, go to a boxing gym, get a trainer, and learn to box for real

Answer 2

Keep the fight at a technical level and punch to score points as opposed to going for a knockout. Constant movement will hopefully wear down your opponent. If he's big, fast, and his cardio is up to par. I dont know what to say then...

Answer 3

Don't try standing toe to toe with the guy, chances are he will hit harder. Just keep jabing and moving, throwing combos and keep out of his reach

Answer 4

Tell the ref a woman is flashing you and kick the cherries while he looks away.

Answer 5

tough call,

Watch the lyoto machida vs tito ortiz ufc fight that happened last weekend. Watch how lyoto avoids most of ortiz's hits.

just an idea, i know its nowhere near the same style of fighting.

Answer 6

Keep out of his reach.  Box!  Make him chase you.  Hopefully his cardio aint that great and you can fatigue him.