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What is Underhook in Mixed Martial Arts (MMA)?

A clinch grip with your arm under the opponent's arm, controlling their torso. Double underhooks give strong control for trips and takedowns; conceding underhooks usually means giving up the clinch battle.

Example: He pummeled for underhooks and dragged the fight to the mat.

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OctagonGround and poundSubmissionTapoutTakedownDouble-leg takedownSingle-leg takedownSprawl
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