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~3% of the time for sparring seems very low to me, even for a beginner. 15% to 35% is AFAIK more common among competitors (I practice Thai boxing). Your first
by natmaka 5y ago
~3% of the time for sparring seems very low to me, even for a beginner. 15% to 35% is AFAIK more common among competitors (I practice Thai boxing).
Your first fight matchmaking may have been somewhat imperfect(?), or you are gifted :-)
I'm not an expert but observed that the best way to progress as a fighter, for most, is not by overwhelmingly drilling. Drills are necessary, and may be the main component, however to win bouts sparring becomes more and more determinant as technical flaws become more rare.
AFAIK B. Lee said "A fighter who trains without sparring is like a swimmer who hasn't immersed in the water" and "Remember, actual sparring is the ultimate, and the training is only a means toward this".