I was taught that the straight blast is not a KO tool, but merely a means to an end - the end being the clinch, but with tools such as headbutts, knees, and elbows doing the KOing.
First you gain the initiative by inflicting pain and getting a reaction.
Then you blast and charge in, getting your opponent to move backwards.
This buys you the split second you need to enter to clinching range where you finish the fight. The blasting takes about a beat - no longer.
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