Combos Of The Week: Week 8 Virtual Padwork Online Boxing Series
Welcome to the eighth instalment of Combos Of The Week. This series is a complete recap of the Virtual Padwork library I built in 2023.
If you are looking for a structured way to learn about online boxing, this series will serve as a reference guide. Instead of hunting through a social media feed, you can find the technical sequences right here, grouped by week, to study in your own time.
Here is the breakdown of combos 50 to 56 from the archive.
Combo 50: The Uncle Roger
Stance: Orthodox
This classic Roger Mayweather sequence starts with a deceptive low hook, followed by a cross and a roll to reset before unleashing a final three-punch blast.
Combo Sequence:
Low Hook
Cross
Roll Right
Cross
Left Hook
Cross
Combo 51: Slip Roll 3 Slip Roll 2
Stance: Southpaw
This is a defensive flow drill for southpaws. It focuses on the transition between slipping a straight punch and rolling under a hook, immediately followed by a lead hook (the 3) or a cross (the 2) depending on the side you've moved to.
Combo Sequence:
Slip Left
Roll Right
Right Hook
Slip Right
Roll Left
Cross
Combo 52: Elbow 632 Elbow 523
Stance: Orthodox
This drill introduces the "Elbow Tuck," a vital defensive tool for close-quarters boxing. By tucking the elbow to catch body shots, you remain in a perfect position to fire back with uppercuts and hooks.
Combo Sequence:
Right Elbow Tuck
Right Uppercut
Left Hook
Cross
Left Elbow Tuck
Left Uppercut
Cross
Left Hook
Combo 53: The Right Hook Motif
Stance: Southpaw
In this southpaw motif, the right hook (the lead hand) is the focus. By resetting to the right hook after every variation, you develop the ability to hook from any position, whether you’ve just thrown a jab, a cross, or an uppercut.
Combo Sequence:
Right Hook
Jab
Right Hook
Cross
Right Hook
Right Hook
Right Hook
Left Hook
Right Hook
Right Uppercut
Right Hook
Left Uppercut
Combo 54: The Holyfield
Stance: Orthodox
Inspired by Evander Holyfield’s masterful use of distance. This combo isn't just about punching; it's about the "skip back" and the "look" to reset the range and bait the opponent into a trap before finishing with a heavy cross.
Combo Sequence:
Jab
Skip Back
Look
Jab (or Feint Jab)
Skip Back
Cross
Combo 55: The 5632
Stance: Southpaw
A high-power, short-range explosive sequence. Starting with double uppercuts (the 5 and 6) allows you to drop the opponent's guard before coming up with the hook and finishing straight through the middle.
Combo Sequence:
Right Uppercut
Left Uppercut
Right Hook
Cross
Combo 56: Catch 123 Catch 232
Stance: Orthodox
This drill focuses on the "Catch"—using your palm to parry incoming straight shots. It teaches you to remain calm under fire, catching the punch and immediately firing back with your own combination while they are open.
Combo Sequence:
Left Catch
Jab
Cross
Left Hook
Right Catch
Cross
Left Hook
Cross
Closing Thoughts
This project began as a 365-day commitment to creating a free, dependable resource for boxing enthusiasts worldwide. By stripping away spoken instruction and focusing on the raw mechanics of the combinations, these sequences are designed to be a universal language. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced boxer, these archives stand as a testament to the discipline of the craft—a library of inspiration that remains accessible to anyone with a passion for boxing.
