6 Tips on Fighting A Taller Opponent with Chris Algieri

[@custombassboosts]

Being 6 foot 5, this is extremely useful. Finally that 7 foot 3 guy at my gym won't know what hit him.

[@Kali-8]

Being 6 foot 2, this is extremely useful. Everyone in the Netherlands is taller than me

[@joshuahunterwilkins4922]

lemme guess, he's a muay thai guy

[@inspireddestiny6637]

@@Kali-8 I thought the average height there was like 6 foot

[@rustywrench500]

@@inspireddestiny6637 6 foot is still tall.

[@AlTarif]

@@inspireddestiny6637 I'm 6 2 felt pretty small every time I went Holland. They are giants.

[@jon6795]

Who else is watching these videos because you gonna fight someone taller than you. Edit: Holy shit its been 5 YEARS time flies. And to everyone asking, yes i f*cked him up. I was a freshman at the time Fighting a sophmore. I am now entering my sophomore year of college man this shit is crazy. i miss being in high school haha.

[@powdermuaythai]

everyone's taller than me! hahaha

[@IbrahimMdahir]

One of my teachers

[@rusty7984]

Me I stand at 5’7 ft 217 lbs and almost everyone in my weight class is at least 3 inches taller than me

[@jackgouveia_]

@@rusty7984 so 5 10

[@jackgouveia_]

@@powdermuaythai how tall

[@educatedscum5306]

Part of me wishes these videos were less popular so only an exclusive amount of us would know how to fight

[@fighttips]

Anyone can watch a video... that's your motivation to TRAIN.

[@LaserrSharp]

Even if you watch this video 1000 times you won't know shit unless you actually train and spar.

[@educatedscum5306]

yeah most people don't implement the great advice this dude gives

[@loveisthemostpowerfulforce1397]

Laser Sharp No, if you watch this video once you will know the basics of fighting a taller opponent.

[@cesaralvesdemoraes3187]

Reptilian alien you wont have the skills to execute the strategy

[@manuelminch7184]

Being 5 foot 4, this was extremely useful

[@andarolson5500]

i reconmend looking into muay thai if you are at such a low height. As for me, i reply on low kicks against taller opponents

[@shc7175]

Im not sure about this but isn't your back foot supposed to be forward and not off to the side?

[@picklerick3995]

lol same

[@colethomas5056]

@@shc7175 no when you twist your hips into your punches that's when you twist your foot straight then back.

[@GokuMMA-cx3vv]

Sir Lemon forward is better for jumping in and out but off the side is more balance and if you kick it’s better to throw a kick with your lead one

[@9510dark]

These techniques are so hard to remember when you're in the heat of the moment. But I'm gonna apply these techniques to the best of my knowledge.

[@pepsicat]

Do a lot of sparing while using these techniques, and eventually they will come naturally

[@fortemusic167]

Drill them over and over and over and soon it’ll become natural

[@theexplorer7139]

@@fortemusic167 thanks.

[@dakotajohnson5009]

you'll never remember anything in a fight. thats why you train train train, get the muscle memory down and your body moves for you

[@stockyguru]

Drill them

[@bananasenpai]

Oh wow, Chris is an amazing teacher! He explains everything in a way that's so easy to digest and understand. Great pair up of 2 great teachers!

[@stevenshar1233]

"Now I have the high ground, Shane"- Chris "You underestimate my speed"-Shane "Don't do it"-Chris

[@douglascisneros4532]

Darth fazen

[@thepistolguy859]

Where have I heard this b4? Sounds like some shit from a galaxy far far away

[@kelvinator2246]

How to beat a taller fighter. Be Mike Tyson.

[@ethanwinter6498]

Or saenchai Thai boxer or muay thai​

[@aliraid9248]

Or Manny pacquiao

[@timm285]

Kelvinator22 exactly! Tyson was the king of this

[@sietsegroenen8536]

no one can be like mike tyson

[@bozzmulattomulattonibba7381]

@@sietsegroenen8536 u can do what he did tho

[@randomguy19166]

Manny Pacquaio watched this video before he fought with Chris lool

[@ryneagheilim9782]

CJay C and it worked against him lol xD

[@ags0510]

Haha no, chris realized that now thats why he’s teaching it 😄

[@00survive]

NO CHILL!! lol

[@ChristianB-gl5xh]

😂 lul

[@ChristianB-gl5xh]

I am so late

[@DedicatedSpartan]

1 Tall guy disliked this.

[@DedicatedSpartan]

Or a short guy who used this and got his butt kicked.

[@DedicatedSpartan]

Either way Lol.

[@leowittwilliams8032]

Snake Plissken I love that you responded to yourself three times cos you just couldn't conclude it not awkwardly

[@DedicatedSpartan]

Leo Witt Williams Haha? Thanks, I figured it would be funny.

[@Arirezz]

81*

[@johngun7418]

Gonna try this on wed, I'm 5'4 and always go up against dudes that are 5'11 to 6 ft tall. I can get in and land my hits but I tend to take a lot of shots getting there.

[@mclovinthewalrus2375]

Try to remain on the inside blasting them. Mike Tyson style.

[@davidcampos2615]

@tactipoo772 Ikr? Unless hes a small mountain of muscle and they r ramen noodles stretched out then wtf lol

[@kaidenkilcrease]

Same but my friend doesn’t have boxing experience but I do but still nervous bc the difference I. Height

[@ezassegai4793]

you have a huge advantage as a short guy, your dexterity and more compressed mass density allows for much more impact as quicker speeds, more explosion. Your only big disatvantage is range and we all know that distance is a very shaky variable in fights

[@pawzzigtv3286]

@@mclovinthewalrus2375 im 14 only 5'4 but i spar adults that are like 5'8 or 5'9. Its tough but in the process u become a beast

[@preheatedcandy9285]

Being a short person means that everyone is taller than me

[@boggzmma4948]

Well if you're small and weigh normally then you're probably going to be the same height as your opponents in competition

[@markant9534]

Get inside their jab even if their a girl or a doctor or a driving instructor....

[@tomdude75]

Mark Ant ?

[@eduard3011]

boggz gaming i am 6'7 and like 145lbs (16year)

[@boggzmma4948]

Happy Chicken you're like Travis browns height and weigh as much as mc Gregor? I don't believe ya

[@mckarambo5216]

Back to the basics, helped a lot during my sparring session. Took a lot less hits than last week

[@NewYorkRaven]

Reason 4000 why a great jab is the best weapon in fighting…..excellent video.

[@karnish4956]

I've started following you in Instagram one year ago and Now,I'm here following you on KZbin..You got me into boxing..U were the clear driving force behind my inspiration to learn self-defense,Shane..Continue the good work and I hope u get much greater recognition for your work in the coming years..

[@PetterNe]

Karnish Gaming Still boxing, stranger? :)

[@nicolascortes4628]

1. Jab the lead hand to shift opponents weight to the back foot and force him to throw his rear. 2. Going past the jab to get into closer range. 3. Keeping opponents lead hand bussy and using head movement to distract your opponent of the fact that you passed the critical distance line 4. Slip to the outside of the taller opponents jab and throwing your own jab. 5. Changing levels and throwing a jab to the taller opponents body.

[@kanemcguire4273]

Great real boxing tips from fightTIPS as always! Thanks Shane from your fans in Australia!

[@racksinjay9844]

Dummy smart

[@itstherocky]

That feel when you're a tall fighter watching this vid so you know the short fighters tricks

[@liskadriu7048]

Ahahahahahahaha true. Im 6 feet tall fighting at 135, so every opponent is much shorter than me. I was debating between watching a vid on tips about how to fight a shorter opponent, but than... reverse psychology ahahahahah

[@racksinjay9844]

Dummul

[@nicksalvatore5717]

@@liskadriu7048 be careful man I hope you’re getting good nutrition I don’t want you to break anything

[@jefbozies3707]

@@liskadriu7048 bro you good?? I'm 5'7 and 135 is my normal BMI

[@DanielB1807]

Great Video Shane. Chris Algieri explains very well and really technical a lot to learn from him. Thank you for the video a lot to work on.

[@JH-gc3ye]

Lot of help this video showed me. I’m 5’11, just sparred my first tall, like tall opponent. Tallest usually I’ve fought is 6’2 which isn’t much difference, but today I fight a guy whose not just very experienced, but very tall. He’s 6’4 1/2, 80 inch reach, just ate me up with his jab. It was a friendly spar, he nor I hit eachother at 50-70% power. But I definitely needed to understand what I could do to improve. Cuz I feel like I missed opportunity during some moments. Next week I’m gonna come in better. There’s no winner or loser, just knowledge.

[@joakimyliruusi]

Thanks Shane and Chris!! This was a really cool and useful lesson. I've got this one sparring partner who is taller than me and always beating me. Haven't figured out what to do. But from here I got some really great tools. Hopefully we can spar tomorrow and I can try this stuff with my brand new headgear on!!

[@ace8738]

All the opponents i have fought have been taller than me😑😑..I'm 5'7 btw

[@rayyan2k21]

Did u lose any

[@roufeyel7866]

@@blackhoodie4170 whats agile lol?

[@roufeyel7866]

@@blackhoodie4170 oh ok thx

[@roufeyel7866]

@@blackhoodie4170 np

[@lovelytides]

It’s better than my 5,4

[@evgeniantelo9697]

The tips are useful however there was one thing that was overlooked. You don't always have to go forward and cut the distance as the shorter fighter. You can let the taller fighter come to you using educated footwork and give up his own reach. In this video Chris talked about Floyd Mayweather vs Diego Corrales and Floyd did exactly that. Stayed away from Diego and every time he gave up his reach Floyd was connecting. Another great fight where the shorter man won by moving laterally and backwards was the Terrence Crawford vs Victor Postol fight. Cheers!

[@juliantan1321]

HE'S PUTTING THOSE EDUCATED FEET TO GOOD USE!

[@strengthisabsolutestrength8215]

Basically the most important thing I took from this is use your jab to distract the taller man while your trying to get in while protecting your head with either your other hand or head movement and then go ham on him from inside is reach for has long has you can because their punches from close are generally weaker.

[@racksinjay9844]

Dum

[@chefxhyrule242]

@@strengthisabsolutestrength8215 correct 👌🏿

[@marcusmvpgoat1236]

@@1001yngwie fr?

[@sensam6155]

THANK YOU, CHRIS!!!!!!! The first tip you gave was nearly the opposite of what I had understood to be the normal strategy against taller opponents; and it has made my ability handle taller guys so, so much better. I have very long arms for my height, so I have developed a long game that works well against people my size, but whenever I sparred with someone bigger, I found myself trying to use a style that I'm not comfortable with. I don't bob & weave and stay in the pocket like Tyson. But just by peppering their guard with straights and high kicks I have found that they no longer hang out just outside my range and inside of their where they can pick their shots. Instead, they hang out OUTSIDE both of our ranges and dart in; allowing me to use the same counter strikes I normally use with smaller guys!

[@MrRobotazation]

Thank you Chris and Shane! This was exactly the video I was looking for!!

[@oABCs]

yo dude I hope you see this! I'm a 15 year old and do MMA. I participate in semi pro matches in the state of Washington. I would like to thank you for showing me things that even my trainer didn't show me. you have been a real help to me. the most important video you posted for me is the switching stances, southpaw to orthodox or vice versa. thank you so much!😀

[@iliasek6345]

i'm exciting to see the video! I just came back from the training and i sparred with someone who's taller than me!

[@tyronboyer5353]

When I was in middle school I used to watch ya tips because I went to rough school and let’s just say ya tips worked a lot

[@yellowcarbb]

This video was super informative! Thank you Shane and thank you Chris! Chris should be an analyst or have his own gym or something.

[@racksinjay9844]

Dumbest

[@MbisonBalrog]

For someone from Wrong Guyland Chris speaks very well. His lecturing abilities are good.

[@VomdoesGamingYT]

I guess Chris learned this from PACMAN.

[@LStrings]

Probably one of the greatest videos you've done

[@karl_fookin_tanner9605]

Chris would make an awesome coach, bright guy like shane

[@rollingnay]

Chris is amazing fighter and teacher ! Thank you Chris. Thank you Shane for bring these great Videos to us.

[@jaytherenegade7673]

I thought chris was gonna have a Tripple H type voice😂

[@jaysonthespasian2563]

Monkei Boi Honest to Gosh, that bandana made me think he was Axl Rose from Guns N' Roses.

[@blackmound22]

Thanks fight tips just got out of my first ring match and it happened to be against a taller opponent! I stayed inside and used my power his range was a big disadvantage! Great vids man!

[@RoofTechRoofing]

Boxing has evolved Its alot more outside fighting

[@denomenopl]

One of the best Videos on Infighting I have seen! Nice Work and right on Point. Not Just one Tip but a whole system and strategy

[@MrBaldi-ve1xv]

Pause at 0:00 The dude to the right is like Mmm bring them flapjacks over here gurrrl.

[@faz..]

Chris is a great teacher and presenter. I'm going to practise these techniques.

[@47reload]

I really enjoyed this video - I spar in kickboxing (not too experienced yet) and although i'm 6ft tall, I end up fighting people a few inches taller than me and it definitely brings up challenges of getting to the angle and distance where i can safely start landing some decent shots. A big problem i run into is getting flustered and overwhelmed when the taller opponent starts smothering me and landing shot after shot, even if I guard up it's hard to get out of there and find my bearings again. It's very disorienting. Do you have any tips for getting out of those moments ?

[@ukaszdymek272]

Great tip. I've started sparrings and as a shorter fighter get confused what to do against taller opponent. Thanks alot.

[@DedicatedSpartan]

5:45 counter with an overhand right, watch Wanderlei Silva vs Kazushi Sakurabu.

[@Ricenburg]

Chris Algieri is not only a boxer competitive enough to compete at international levels. He's also a good teacher. Not all professional boxers can explain their art so well. They're doers not talkers.

[@mannycastillo9204]

I'm shorter than most and I've found that it makes for an excellent advantage for scooping up people's legs.

[@andrewkelly6444]

That depends, if you go straight for the legs, it won't work if he is planted. If you do a little misdirection though, it would. For example, if you manage to get on the inside, Go for a throat grab with your left arm so his focus is there, but then put your body weight with the momentum, and try to sweep his legs out if his he is not in stance where his legs are too far apart.

[@Dkdkd234]

This is a great video. even Before I watched it I realised that ducking low body jabs and jabbing when your taller opponent jabs works really well. Can't wait to try jabbing their lead hand more

[@Maule11]

There are so many videos on how to fight taller opponents, what about the guys like me who are 6'1 and 143 pounds (I normally fight at super lightweight) where you don't see many people who are that tall. Would be really great to see a video like that. ;)

[@bluecocacola]

thank u fight tips. im really short and this help me change my mindset on fighting being the smaller guy

[@racksinjay9844]

Dummy smart

[@ffnovice7]

Super useful for a lot of people. Half of all people are shorter than the other half.

[@MISTERPERFECT3806]

Awesome stuff, sir. That lead hand disruption was something I never thought of. Great video and great instruction.

[@mikerundle2997]

Very educational as per

[@fighttips]

Great to hear; glad it helped!

[@Mtek8]

Amazing content Shane! Algieri is a masterful boxer. Please bring more of this with other guys.

[@Mustafa-lq8nx]

Well anyone wondering what's the actual result i got my ass beaten. I'm 5'7 and the dude was 6'2

[@shadowrealm6]

You gotta prioritize body shots more. Power hooks to the ribs and power cross to the solar plexus.

[@evankizer3448]

Moe Murda yes that’s what I’m saying people always focus on the head but them body shots can do damage.

[@MarkzBaui26]

practice a lot of squats and try some variations like pistol squats to get used to getting low and a lot of lateral side to side movements and always trust your best punch which you feel youre good at

[@lukegamer5328]

excellent video! Fightips and precision strike are the best channels

[@tylerm1053]

Does algieri still compete? Pretty jacked for a boxer too

[@teddyratch4398]

If you guys want more of this Chris had a youtube serie called the champion lifestyle where he gave some tips on training

[@hofschoolthreatbadge8524]

This Helped me I Actually Beat Tf outta Bro 😂😂😂🤯 thanks Shane

[@racksinjay9844]

Pfp

[@KonneBoxen]

Very Nice. Probs from Germany. Chris is a very Intelligent fighter. I like his mind set and his movement. Thank you. Top Video

[@charlotteice5704]

When you can grapple, I'd recommend going for throws. With most of them, you need to get your centre of mass below that of your opponent, so when you're smaller, your opponent will have a much harder time.

[@CarlosSanchez-mh8ub]

chris seems like a smart composed and cool dude...had the chance to meet him at jfk and got a picture with him. respect!

[@divine308]

Chris is 5'10 and shane is 5'8 2 inch difference is nothing bring out someone that is 6'5 or more

[@jasmeetb83]

Mate I don't think if you fight in a weight class according to your height, the difference would be that much in height. If you're talking about street fight then it's another thing.

[@damnsonwheredyoufindthis.3830]

@@jasmeetb83 Well its kinda obvious most people watching this don't take classes or they would learn there so if they get in a fight its gonna be completely random. Could be below or way over their weight class.

[@kaidenkilcrease]

But look at the reach advantage tho it’s insane difference

[@pendayho1497]

Guy has long arms there is no way that’s a 2 inch reach , that’s attleast a 4-5 inch

[@21111009198573]

Height isn't as important as reach Mayweather is 5'8 but reach is 6'1

[@davejohnson-yi2rk]

Chris A, that was a really great tutorial! Beautiful break-down & analysis! - DJ

[@UnseenSpirit]

Chris should do a KZbin channel

[@aminotv713]

Learned a lot of things. I did never use my jab properly against a greater opponent. I am going to try that the next time i spar. Thank you guy's ! Greatings from germany.

[@TheEd1225]

What if you're fighting Spence?😼

[@jkjackson91]

I’ve learned so much watching you and these videos man, thank you

[@AgEd15]

i bet algieri learned this from pacquiao

[@Soadfan-xv6yf]

Ty for this family fam much love

[@TropaSoy_]

Being 4'9 vs a 3-4 inch taller person in slap box should be useful

[@queenqueen8549]

I FELT THIS DEEP IN MY SOULLLL im 4’9 everyone is huge to me

[@TropaSoy_]

@@queenqueen8549 well I just started puberty so I'm about 5'0

[@queenqueen8549]

@@TropaSoy_ youre lucky💀 im 18 aint no more growing for me

[@TropaSoy_]

@@queenqueen8549 😭😭😭😭👌

[@TropaSoy_]

Well no coming back now,you shoulda ate your beans and vegies

[@ctylshi595]

I’m super tall but I still want to help my sparring buddies that are shorter so I’m watching this thanks Shane lol

[@CameronTeq]

Can you make a video about, how to fight a fat opponent? (more muscles and weight)

[@iliasek6345]

GameTalk He did!

[@marty644]

GameTalk move slowly around the ring for few minutes then he's gonna get dehydrated.

[@CameronTeq]

really ? i cant find it, can you link it ?

[@clogmeister4493]

GameTalk use your jab a lot and use footwork to pivot around so your not stuck in the pocket

[@JackToeRip]

stay mobile. use the jab and straight and avoid getting grabbed

[@school001jb]

My main sparring partner is 5'10 with 73' inch reach and I'm 5'7 with 68' reach. This dude lands so many goddamn jabs on me it's insane, the only thing I can do is just leg kick the crap out of him. I definitely need to learn to how to get in the inside better. Thanks guys

[@JonBonesJones69]

Daniel Cormier should have watched this video 😷

[@DedicatedSpartan]

Bruce Blumenthal he did, he's the one who disliked the video.

[@ghos001]

Bruce Blumenthal he did, forgot about kicks tho

[@thestrangemanreturns]

Daniel was getting inside of Jon's range and clipped him up for 2 rounds...was up 2 rounds before getting caught so id say he did well dick head

[@VidzMisc]

he did not have two rounds in he bag, go watch the fight instead of talking bullshit

[@juanekeoghjiu-jitsu6212]

Bruce Blumenthal that statement makes it obvious that you dont fight, and definitely know nothing about fighting.

[@issamilan]

Awesome Job Shane! Big Thank you! Big UP Chris. This channel Rocks.

[@marcos-4469]

Thanks, now my dad stands no chance

[@marcos-4469]

(Me and him are just sparring he does not abuse me or anything)

[@wesieboy56]

i've been trying to fight my dad for years!

[@marcos-4469]

wesieboy56 yeah my dad don’t want a rematch after he hit me pretty hard like 2 weeks ago and it still hurts but...

[@dr.manhattan7313]

watching this years later, well said and displayed. appreciate gentlemen, ell done.

[@seekyunbounded9273]

maaaaan Chris has some colorful lips

[@evancampbell7138]

Excellent, detailed, and very well-explained video! Thank you for the post, and keep up the great work!

[@davidt7431]

Someone needed to teach Chris on how to fight a Asian shorter faster opponents 😂 jk but nice vid ! 👍

[@chhehehhelopiksda2427]

haha pac man a legend tho, no shame in losing to him :) Respect to Chris for taking that fight xD

[@vanguardas9927]

he was cocky before the fight then became humble only cause he got schooled. no respect deserved there

[@itpugil]

you guys are aware that they have to be cocky to sell fights right? pretty effective for mayweather and ali

[@arnaldo8119]

david tovar shut up rat boy

[@ryneagheilim9782]

chhehehhe lopiksda at least he didnt duck Pacman. Respect for that. What a fighter he is!!

[@sagarmohanty4452]

Chris you a gentleman and a scholar

[@eldiamante9818]

Algieri vs Viktor postol

[@stephenasimon]

That was Awesome! Great job Chris

[@donman1727]

I see he's out of his cage....but on a serious note, Algieri is a better boxer than people give him credit for

[@jordanmcmurray847]

Don Man 😂😂😂

[@MeerkatMotorBoards]

great pointers , thanks for the top notch content

[@beardedwolf628]

Not sure I'll ever need this being 6'6" and the most probable threat being foreigners but maybe I'll encounter a giant turk...

[@davidcampos2615]

Tyson Fury is out to get ya!

[@AceofDlamonds]

Chris Algieri is an awesome all around fighter. I hope to see him in the octagon someday...

[@DrunkDriver_]

Shane where is the fight tips quick tip

[@hg2460]

My last sparring partner was tall and big. The only thing that really worked was being faster and slipping while I jab. I have to practice that more now

[@Walteralexander1]

The dislikes are from tall people

[@Chandasouk]

Damn, Shane. You get to meet a lot of real fighters. The grind pays off!

[@diegogalicia2533]

So... What if I'm taller than my opponent?

[@PreppinShootinLivin]

It's pretty much implied, and stated, in the video what the taller person needs to do along with the shorter person. Keep distance, work the jab often and tie up if the shorter guy gets in close.

[@markant9534]

Watch Thomas Hearns!

[@alperencelen9876]

Use your punches as a defense and use different footworks. With these two you will have great zoning defense that shorter guy won't be able to go in most of the time.

[@GroundZero_US]

Get that ass whooped

[@Hatlegratzz]

Probe strat

[@amarabidali5316]

Chris Algieri got you a sub

[@ChristianB-gl5xh]

I'm 5'2-5'3 and I'm 13 and I'm going against someone around 5'5-5'6 which is maybe 13 😂 I'm hoping for the best BC I have lost fights to him before when I was younger

[@jonahi1304]

how'd that go. btw i'm short too. 5'4" adult

[@JimBobSeeker]

Excellent video Shane and Chris, thanks!

[@rohitgoswami1349]

what about combos??... It's really hard to use a combo if your opponent is Taller.

[@DiamondMiner12]

Rohit Goswami legs kicks is optional but be smart about using Leg kicks because me and my twin were sparring and I leg kicked him then we wrestle me out. Also... Do a Over hand

[@highsale]

thank you this gave me a few tips..ive been in a few fights and im always the small one (im 174 5'8") and i learned that because i have shorter hands but im very muscly my strenght and my knockout power is emense and a lot of people get scared of me but some people that train and their 6 feet or above give me problems so this video is a great tip giver to give me a lot of leverage in my fights

[@matfejpatrusin4550]

And in muay thai when you're finally inside against a tall guy you get the knee and you die. XD

[@anthonyemmanuel9916]

Saame bro, fucking knees...

[@adamzoubi96]

probebly your best video yet keep it up shane

[@bluehead91able]

It's over Shane, I have the high ground.

[@eastoforion]

Really appreciated your stuff with Chris. Great info!