Originally Posted by
Kellen Bassette
What your describing is a very common tactic on "da streetz" I didn't include it as sucker punching, because you should, by that time, be well aware of the possibility. If it's come to someone in your face arguing or your saying, "I don't want to fight," you ought to know there's a very good chance the fight is starting. The look away then swing while talking to someone or hitting them when they are distracted by someone else are probably the most common ways to start a fight. I agree with you about not being the sucker. I don't believe in a self defense mind set at all. If he is confrontational and close enough to touch you, your best bet is to hit him first.
I understand you, and other people, calling this "sucker punching," but the sucker should have known it was coming.
Hunting for someone would be an exception.....that could be very difficult to foresee.