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Sprawl to Back Take

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Video: 10 Finger Threat vs Sprawl (To Backtake) - ZombieProofBJJ (NoGi) by ZombieProofBJJ. Not affiliated with MatRecap; their version may differ from this drill.

Technique recap

After stuffing a shot with a sprawl, spin behind the opponent to take their back. It turns defense into dominant control.

3 key details

  • Hips down heavy on the sprawl.
  • Pressure the head with a crossface.
  • Spin and insert hooks.

Your 10-minute home drill

  1. 2:00Sprawls
  2. 3:00Sprawl and spin
  3. 3:00Spin to back control
  4. 2:00Stretch
Safety

Soft surface.

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