Avoid pummeling or getting smashed in Underhook Half Guard
Sweeps
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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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