One of the most well-known stances is the southpaw boxing stance. This style is best suited for boxers who have a left-handed opponent. They are also less likely to be taken down. This stance has been associated with Jake Gyllenhaal’s character Billy Hope. The movie is also inspired by a true story. The movie's title refers to Billy Hope (a left-handed boxer).

A great choice for a Southpaw is the southpaw stance in boxing. This allows a fighter's left hand to be in front of his opponent. This allows boxers without risk of being struck with their right hands by lead hooks and jabs. This position is very dangerous for the right hand, so it is important that a southpaw has a strong right-hand guard. A southpaw boxing position can be beneficial if your opponent does not have dominant right-handed styles.

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. A right-handed fighter in boxing usually can carry his punches more far than a left-handed counterpart. He can throw a powerful right-handed jab while his left hand moves forward. This gives him greater power with his punches.

Left-handed fighters are allowed to use the southpaw style, but it is the left-handed who most often fight in this style. This stance gives a southpaw strategic, tactical and cognitive advantage in a fight. This style allows a fighter the ability to punch with their off-hand or throw powerful crosses. The lead leg is placed forward with a 45-degree angle to the back leg. The foot of the lead should be planted firmly on a flat surface.

The southpaw stance is better for left-handed boxers but some professional boxers prefer a right-handed position to protect their left. Traditionally, a left-handed fighter would be able to stand up against a Southpaw. However, some orthodox boxers have adopted the southpaw position. Try fighting in a southpaw stance if you aren’t sure whether the orthodox or southpaw stance is right for you.

While the orthodox stance is the most common stance for boxers, a southpaw will need to spar with a right-handed opponent. This type of stance is more difficult to master than an orthodox stance, and it can be difficult for opponents to predict a southpaw's movements. It is important for southpaws to be aware that their stance can differ from his orthodox, so it is important you know the difference.