Utilizing his Jab effectively, Crawford is able to counter Spence's jab over the top and then drop him with a follow up power jab. Crawford makes the right read at the right time allowing him to th...
2025-05-30 03:11:09 +0000 UTC View PostWith both fighters being strong southpaws with good power, accuracy, and amazing jabs what is the difference maker in this one? The answer, CRAFT. It's not the technique of the Jab but the craft it...
2025-05-29 21:17:52 +0000 UTC View PostLearning patience, positioning, and working behind the jab will be the biggest improvements that will lead to more effective boxing skills right away. Then learning to throw an effective right hand...
2025-05-23 21:27:41 +0000 UTC View PostThe foundations for a strong grappling game are taking form. Getting more comfortable hand fighting is a good step in the right direction now we need to know what takedowns we want to set up next. ...
2025-05-23 20:50:54 +0000 UTC View PostNext area of focus, winning the clinch. Dirty boxing, elbows, and takedowns all start with winning inside position and in specific winning the under-hook battle in this case. Learning to take away ...
2025-05-23 20:25:03 +0000 UTC View PostRing Craft is usually subtle and effective due to its efficiency. Pereira is a great example of this as he patiently works behind hand fighting, jabs, and calf kicks before finding his rhythm and t...
2025-05-07 21:39:58 +0000 UTC View PostSome minor adjustments in the striking department will lead to huge difference in the style of the fight and outcome. Taking center ring and working behind the jab in order to push Boose back all o...
2025-05-07 03:04:26 +0000 UTC View PostRichies's jab was the deciding factor in managing range, setting up shots, and defending the takedowns. However, Richie got countered over the top of his jab multiple times by Lewis. Switching up ...
2025-05-07 02:28:43 +0000 UTC View PostSome good matches to look at here to understand the order of operations and what should be prioritized. Inside postion usually leads to top position or some kins of isolation. If we're playing guar...
2025-04-25 23:32:52 +0000 UTC View PostOverall a lot of good grappling and development has taken place. That being said losing top position is an indicator our top pressure can be better. A quick fix is keeping those hips closer to the ...
2025-04-25 21:50:08 +0000 UTC View PostThe essentials of what Jay rod is doing here is using the chest wrap to escape his legs and cover the head. From there his next main goal is to stay connected behind the elbow. This allows him foll...
2025-04-08 02:05:06 +0000 UTC View PostChimaev attacks inside position and like a man possessed gets Arman's hands to the mat. He's effective for 2 main reasons. First because he gets inside position and Second because he does it like h...
2025-04-08 01:54:52 +0000 UTC View PostBasically a textbook look at how to stay away from a dangerous open stance fighter. Bernard uses feints, lateral movement, and a cross guard to manage range and deal with Tarver's jab. After effect...
2025-04-01 02:04:21 +0000 UTC View PostIn an entertaining back and forth slugfest it's always the execution of the fundamentals that makes the difference. No difference in this fight. Exiting in a straight line alowed Marrow to extend h...
2025-03-19 04:33:41 +0000 UTC View PostAnother classic match up between striker and wrestler. Timing feints and movement are all part of the gameplan leading up to this showdown. Haydyn ring generalship looked sharp until Cox started ge...
2025-03-19 03:35:40 +0000 UTC View PostIn a classic match up between striker and grappler the deciding details are all about lateral movement, feints, and shot selection...aka ring generalship. How can we manage range and dictate pace o...
2025-03-19 02:29:50 +0000 UTC View PostIn this breakdown we discuss the role of the guard and our ability to stand up. Some basic indicators that we can stand up are lack of pressure on our hands as well as high hips. The guard can be a...
2025-03-18 20:56:57 +0000 UTC View PostKnowing what your goals are in the moment and understanding what your opponent is trying to do is key to being efficient.
2025-03-11 18:40:39 +0000 UTC View PostWillingly pinning your own hips no matter what position you're in can come at a cost. Instead stay mobile and that will keep you on top. In contrast to what Umar is trying to do here watch Khamzat ...
2025-03-11 17:53:54 +0000 UTC View PostStop and Go, feints, and change of pace on your feet can help keep your opponent off balance. Urgency on the wall when your kneeling or on your hip is important only if you're going in the right di...
2025-03-10 21:27:06 +0000 UTC View PostThis breakdown is a perfect example of what a lack of direction and purpose looks like. At the end of the day stick with the foundational principles as the north star for your cage grappling. if yo...
2025-03-07 21:53:45 +0000 UTC View PostChimaev's ability to continuously off balance, pressure, and break Whittaker's base led to a quick finish. Khamzat's ability to achieve meaningful connection to Whittaker back with a high rear ches...
2025-02-24 22:26:49 +0000 UTC View PostThe kneeling position on the wall is usually a staging position to stand up not to sit down. O'Malley shows 'major gaps in mma stand ups', fundamental wall defense, and effective exit strategies to...
2024-11-18 02:49:06 +0000 UTC View PostChimaev doesn't change his method from one style of fighter to the next. His domineering style of fighting runs into some issues when facing off with a jiu jitsu styled fighter. This shows us that ...
2024-11-18 01:45:47 +0000 UTC View PostHow does Aljo beat Triple-C when on paper the wrestling accolades don't match up? Flawed understanding of cage wrestling fundamentals. In this interesting match up you get to see why it's important...
2024-11-17 23:50:45 +0000 UTC View PostChimaev demonstrates what good wall wrestling looks like. It's what I term everything all at once. From lean/lift/pull/trip in a body lock to keeping head height, driving forward pressure, insertin...
2024-10-29 02:06:45 +0000 UTC View PostNothing spectacular or scary but an athletic wrestler with incredible accolades that want to push you against the wall and use half guard to hold you down. Keys to victory would be using your feet ...
2024-10-29 01:52:59 +0000 UTC View Post