Tips for Title Defense Glass Joe's head gear gets briefly removed when you hit him with a star punch. Before the headgear comes back on, you may strike a huge jab combination. To counter his fast punches, try blocking. Prepare to counter or avoid if you see him duck to your left. He also has a strong right hand that he uses often. To counter this, use a high guard and look for an opening. If he starts throwing wild shots, shift away from him until his attack subsides. Finally, don't get distracted by his flashy moves. Focus only on defending well and countering quickly enough to stop his attacks. Watch out for his glass chin!