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Sprawl and Cross-Face

Takedown Defense

Sprawl and Cross-Face

  1. 01

    Recognize the opponent's level change and deep penetration step for a leg takedown.

  2. 02

    Throw both legs back explosively, driving the hips flat down onto the back of the opponent's head and neck area.

  3. 03

    Extend the legs wide with toes turned outward, bearing total body weight directly onto the opponent's upper back.

  4. 04

    Drive one arm hard across the opponent's face (cross-face), pushing their jaw away to break their alignment.

  5. 05

    Spin behind the opponent's back while maintaining downward hip pressure to take top position.

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