Create Space Or Close Distance–Which Is The Better Tactic In A Fight?

Let me ask you this: During a physical altercation, is it better to close distance with your attacker or create space between you and your attacker?

 Your answer to that question will depend essentially on how you train for such situations. Some people train to close down an opponent when they are under attack so they can get to grappling distance. Others train to create space between themselves and their attacker so they can strike.