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Southpaw vs orthodox in MMA

In MMA, orthodox fighters lead with the left hand and foot, while southpaws lead with the right. When these stances meet, angles change and openings appear that do not exist in same stance matchups.

Southpaws often create problems because opponents see them less frequently. Foot positioning, lead hand battles and outside angles become critical. Fighters who understand stance dynamics gain a clear tactical advantage.