An overhand punch is a semi-circular and vertical punch thrown with the lead or rear hand. It is designed to go over the opponent's lead hand or jab to hit their head. The overhand is a versatile counter-punch used to surprise an opponent, land a knockout blow, or as part of a setup for other combinations. It's executed by driving off the back leg, dropping the body and head to the side, and using a looping motion to arc the arm downwards onto the target. The strategic utility of the drop relying on body weight can deliver a great deal of power. It can also be employed when the opponent is bobbing or slipping.