Arlovski's version is much the same, only thrown with more ill intent. In fact, he used the measuring-stick variety in the Browne fight.
1. Arlovski leads with a right hand, forcing Browne to retreat. 2. A left shift follows . . . 3. . . . and then another right from a square position. 4. Arlovski's feet are now completely out of position. 5. He comes back with the right hand as a backfist. 6. And while Browne resumes his retreat Arlovski steps forward . . . 7. . . . falls back into his preferred orthodox stance . . . 8. . . . and unleashes another straight right hand. This is a very instinctive response for a fighter who finds himself out of position after overcommitting to the right hand. Not only does it measure the range between the two combatants, it acts as a sort of "stay busy" movement, a sleight of hand trick to keep the opponent from seizing the initiative and attacking his vulnerable aggressor. In this form, the backfist is essentially a right-handed jab, and Arlovski uses it much the same as his normal jab: to blind, to distract, and to measure for his next punch. But since Arlovski doesn't possess the hard left hook that other fighters like to put behind this backwards jab, he seems to have weaponized it, turning a measuring stick into a billy club. Full link here : http://www.bloodyelbow.com/2015/5/26/8653377/arlovski-vs-browne-ufc-187-mma-technique-backfist-boxing-knockout-ko-gif-analysis-highlights
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