Did Prieto make a rookie mistake here against Beterviev?

[_Maxi]

When he throws that right... hook? he doesn't use his left hand to cover his chin/face, and leaves himself open for a counter.



Would that KD been prevented by just putting that hand higher?

[djif]

Yes. Yes. So there's nothing magic in first KD basically..

[Mr.MojoRisin']

That's why you cover up.

[ShoulderRoll]

I hate to see right hooks from an orthodox stance. Or even just wide punches in general.

They are too telegraphed, the opponent has time to see them coming and a big opening is usually left to shoot a straight punch through.