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What is Guard pass in Mixed Martial Arts (MMA)?

Moving past the bottom fighter's legs to a more dominant position such as side control or mount. Passing the guard is how a top fighter converts a takedown into real scoring control.

Example: A slick guard pass took him straight into side control.

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OctagonGround and poundSubmissionTapoutTakedownDouble-leg takedownSingle-leg takedownSprawl
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