3 Ways To Defend Against Strikes With A Takedown

ONE Superstar and BJJ World Champion Alex Silva from the EVOLVE Fight Team demonstrates 3 ways to defend against strikes with a takedown.

Single Leg Counter Variation

Wrestling is one of the primary disciplines in MMA.  In order to succeed, you must be able to not only initiate takedowns, but also defend against your opponent’s takedown attempts.  In this video, BJJ World Champion Leandro Ataides teaches defense against the single leg takedown.

Side Control Escape From Double Leg

Wrestling is one of the primary disciplines in MMA.  In order to succeed, you must be able to not only initiate takedowns, but also defend against your opponent’s takedown attempts.  In this video, BJJ World Champion Leandro Ataides teaches a defensive escape against the double leg takedown.