How to close the gap to start inside fighting?

[Francis]

Hi everyone,

After going to Thailand and learning privately with Yodkhunpon for many sessions, I have really improved a lot in the field of elbow and knee fighting, and have really dominated the close range fighting zone in my gym. (Thanks for Sylvie)

But lately, there came a new fighter who has really good Boxing skills. His punches are so fast, hard and accurate, that even though he has little experience in inside fighting, I had really tough times just getting close enough to make use of my elbows and knees during our sparring. Turns out this guy was a professional Boxer and won WBC fights, no wonder lol.

So I come here to ask, if there is any effective way to close the gap between myself (a Muay Sok/muay Khao) and a heavy puncher (a Muay Mat)?

I'd appreciate it very much

[oldman]

I also want to close distance. Here are two vids by Sylvie that have some helpful techniques. If any one has more thoughts, please share. I'd really appreciate it.