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Preventing the crossface
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Stephan Kesting
6:48 · Stephan Kesting
Preventing
the crossface
Defence
Fundamental
Gi and no-gi
Where this leads
Stay in Side control, bottom
Hold it, then pick your next move.
What this stops
Crossface and underhook
Side control, top · 4 videos
Key
details
1
Turn your head towards them
Face them before they turn your head away.
2
Frame on their shoulder
Block their arm from crossing your face.
3
Keep your elbows in
Stay compact and tight.
4
Shrimp to make space
Move your hips while their weight is light.
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