The jab is the foundation to any successful attack, but it is also essential in defence. Its speed and precision, allows you to pick off clumsy fighters and ward off even the most determined of attackers. One of its uses in defence, is as a counter strike. Used to punish your opponent for their aggression. For when on the attack, gaps in your opponent’s guard, will open up and it is often the jab that you will use, as a precision tool, to strike through those gaps. The Jab counter vs Kicks Punches can be a great counter to a kick. Instead of exchanging kicks with your opponent, it is often more favourable to close the distance and return the strike with a punch. Although punches are outranged by kicks, their speed and ease of use make them a perfect counter. To counter a kick, you must first neutralise the attack. This will be through a block, evade or catch. This is discussed in further detail in the relevant sections, however If the kick is aimed low then the most common defence...