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Takedowns
Outside Leg Trip
Using a clinch position to hook an opponent's leg from outside and off-balance them to the mat.
Key Points
- •Timing the push and leg hook together is key
- •Works well when the opponent is leaning their weight forward
- •Keep control of the upper body through the finish
Instructions
- 1From a clinch, control the opponent's upper body with an underhook or collar tie.
- 2Step your leg outside theirs, hooking behind their calf or ankle.
- 3Push their upper body backward while pulling your hooking leg forward.
- 4Off-balance them over your hooking leg as they fall.
- 5Follow them down, maintaining top control on the landing.
More Takedowns Techniques
Double Leg Takedown
A fundamental wrestling takedown driving through both of an opponent's legs to bring them to the mat.
Single Leg Takedown
A takedown securing one of the opponent's legs, versatile for finishing from multiple angles.
Body Lock Takedown
Taking an opponent down from a clinch position by securing both underhooks and lifting or tripping.
Sprawl
The primary takedown defense — dropping your hips back and down to stop a shot before it lands.
Suplex (Belly-to-Belly)
A powerful throw lifting an opponent off their feet and arching them backward to the mat.