Avoid pummeling or getting smashed in Underhook Half Guard
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When you have the underhook in half guard, avoid his pummel for an underhook by moving forward each time he moves backwards. If you get smashed by his chest, you can turn to your side and then move into the sweep or backtake.
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Kneebar Counter to Underhook Half Guard
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Guillotine Counter to Underhook Half ...
When opponent has underhook half guard, you can counter with a Guillotine Choke. Push his shoulder back onto the mat and stretch his free arm so that his body is stretched out and you have room to pass. Then when he gets onto his knees for a single leg, put on the guillotine.
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Kimura Counter to Underhook Half Guard
When opponent has the underhook half guard, you can counter with a kimura grip, and then use your free leg to help clear his guard. From there, you can do a Kimura from the top, or roll forward to expose his back.
