Video: Mayweather Defense | Shoulder Roll | Boxing Technique Breakdown | Film Study by Complex Boxing. Not affiliated with MatRecap; their version may differ from this drill.
Technique recap
The shoulder roll uses the lead shoulder to deflect straight shots while staying in range to counter.
3 key details
- Lead shoulder up, chin tucked behind it.
- Turn the torso slightly away.
- Rear hand catches or counters.
Your 10-minute home drill
- 2:00Stance with high shoulder
- 2:00Turn-away motion
- 3:00Roll and counter right hand
- 2:00Mirror practice
- 1:00Neck stretch
Safety
Train with light, controlled partner shots only.
Instructor disclaimer
Follow your instructor's version. Schools and styles teach this technique differently. This page is general education, not a substitute for qualified instruction.
