Striking is the range of combat where neither fighter has much control of their opponent. They have to rely on distance and positions. All the positions described above occur in every fight, and being able to see and recognize these positions during fights can make watching fights more interesting. The following is a helpful breakdown of striking positions with the film scout Phantom Punch Breakdowns.
Distance
Distance is the space between the fighter and their opponent.
There are 2 distances used in Striking MMA- “Boarders” and the “Pocket”.
Boarders
Boarders (a term coined by Fight Ready MMA) is the distance where if both fighters extend lead hands, then they will be able to are able to touch knuckle to knuckle.