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Juji Gatame from Closed Guard — Wrist Control Entry

A speed-based armbar entry from closed guard that relies on grabbing the wrist and creating immediate off-balance (Kazushi) rather than using shoulder wedges. It works by preventing the opponent from posting or peeling the grip.

youtube·0:403:42·BJJ Fanatics

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  1. 1Grab the opponent's wrist with your thumb inside or outside.1:00
  2. 2Pull the wrist across your body while throwing your legs up.1:30
  3. 3Apply slight off-balance pressure (Kazushi) by pulling over your shoulder.2:20
  4. 4Throw your legs up and secure the armbar position.3:00
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BJJ Techniques: Wrist Control to Arm Bar by Gordon Ryan
BJJ Techniques: Wrist Control to Arm Bar by Gordon Ryan
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