I think I've seen a standing fighter do a somersault while having his back mounted, but i can't remember the fight. Anyone else remember seeing this in a fight? If so, do you remember who the fighters were? also, do you think this is a good technique to get someone off of your back, the goal being dropping your weight on the opponent to loosen his grip.
It can be a bad idea, and it is certainly a gamble. Depends on the impact made on the slam, and who is on your back. If you have Maia on your back, he is going no where. When you land and are stunned, a choke is probably getting sunk in.
I don't remember if it was in Bellator or another promo (def. not UFC) but some Asian guy had his back taken and drove his opponents head forward into the canvas at least 2-3 times. Looked effective and painful as shit.
i saw that the flipping only works if you manage to spike your opponents head/face into the mat if they manage to tuck and roll, then you put yourself in a worse position
Who did it to Patrick Cote? Spiked him hard on the top of his head. I think it was Alan Belcher but ive had a few drinks can't remember clearly Edit: nah that was a piledriver I'm thinking of. I'll shut up now
It's usually futile. All you need to do to avoid hitting your head is tuck your head into your opponent as you flip. So, while it's always possible that you can be surprised, and have your head spiked, it's usually not the case. Fighters tend to expect a somersault when in standing back mount. Also, isn't spiking the head illegal? I think most fighters do it to try and create some confusion during the flip, and hopefully escape. It's worth a try, but I think working on tripodding, and gradually shaking him over you head is a better option.
