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What is Long guard in Muay Thai?

A defensive frame with one or both arms extended into the opponent's face and shoulders, smothering punches at range instead of blocking beside the head. A signature Muay Thai defence against boxers.

Example: The long guard blunted the puncher's blitzes all night.

Related terms

Art of eight limbsNak muayWai kru ram muayMongkhonPrajiadTeepRoundhouse kick (te)Low kick
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