Baseball Choke from Side Control
A collar choke executed from side control using a hidden grip setup. It solves the problem of early detection by keeping the choking hand on the chest until the final moment, then finishing with a tight elbow-in mechanic or an advanced knee-slide for defense counters.
7 steps
· save to drill into each- 1Place thumb into the back of the opponent's collar while maintaining heavy shoulder pressure.0:17
- 2Place the palm of the other hand flat on the opponent's chest, keeping weight low.1:11
- 3Slide the chest hand up to the collarbone, then sharply turn the palm up to secure the collar grip.2:00
- 4Pull grips tight, run to the side, and place your head on the opposite side of the opponent's body.2:16
- 5Flex elbows tightly and finish the choke by cutting the arm across the neck.3:45
- 6Advanced: As you rise, grab the opponent's wrist on the choking arm side and slide your knee down their chest.4:05
- 7Maintain slight slack in the choking grip before the final cut.5:03
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