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What is Triangle choke in Mixed Martial Arts (MMA)?

A choke applied with the legs from guard: the attacker's legs form a triangle around the opponent's neck and one trapped arm, cutting off blood flow. The classic answer of a jiu-jitsu player fighting off their back.

Example: As he postured to punch, the triangle choke locked in.

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