I've seen a lot of guys getting gnp'd from someone in their guard. I've never had too much problem with it myself, but I'm seeing it increasingly in the pro fights. Fedor, Gomi, Sanchez, Leben, Lindland, Couture, etc. These guys don't go for subs as often which makes them harder to sweep or catch them in a sub. When I watch these fights, I just wonder what would I do if I was in their place. If you had to coach Mirko for a rematch, what advice would you give him for defending his guard?
Obviously these guys are good wrestlers, and are very skilled at what they do, but what do you think the best defense to this strategy is, other than hold tight and hope for a stand-up.
Obviously these guys are good wrestlers, and are very skilled at what they do, but what do you think the best defense to this strategy is, other than hold tight and hope for a stand-up.