Target of an uppercut punch

Sure, I’m happy to help. The answer to the crossword clue ‘Target of an uppercut punch‘ is JAW. The jaw is the lower part of the human skull, which holds the teeth and gums.

In the field of boxing, the uppercut punch is a powerful blow, thrown upward with the fist, in an attempt to hit the opponent’s chin or jaw. A successful uppercut punch can knock the opponent out or cause serious injury by jarring their head and causing damage to the jawbone.

The jawbone or mandible is the largest bone in the human face, and is held in place by various muscles, ligaments, and tendons. When a boxer receives a hard uppercut punch to the jaw, it can cause it to dislocate, fracture or break, and lead to swelling, pain and difficulty in eating, talking and even breathing.

In short, the jaw is a key target of an uppercut punch in boxing, and it is important for boxers to protect their jaws by wearing mouthguards and headgear to prevent serious injury.