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Crossface and underhook, flatten them

Also called Crossface · Flattening half guard

ControlFundamentalGi and no-gi
Where this leadsStay in Half guard, topHold it, then pick your next move.
How they defend thisPreventing the crossface / flatteningHalf guard, bottom · 2 videos
What this stopsUnderhook to come upHalf guard, bottom · 2 videosUnderhook to back takeHalf guard, bottom · 2 videos

Key details

  1. CrossfaceDrive your shoulder across their jaw to turn their head away.
  2. Underhook the far armReach under their far arm and up to the shoulder.
  3. Chest heavy on theirsFlatten them onto their back.
  4. Then work on freeing your legOnce they're flat, start your pass.