Part 11/16:
A fascinating segment compares traditional boxing to MMA, with a projection that bare-knuckle boxing could reshape the sport. The old-school style involved different stances, target zones, and techniques like heavy use of lead fists and front punches, which might reemerge if gloves are removed.
The discussion also raises doubts about safety standards in bare-knuckle competitions, highlighting horrific injuries and the risks of cuts, broken bones, and infections. Nonetheless, the appeal persists—martial artists and fighters alike ponder whether having fewer protections might foster real fighting, emphasizing skill, grit, and natural resilience over padded techniques.