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MMA glossary

all-fours position

A position on all fours that a fighter often ends up in after taking a strike. Considered a dangerous position because the fighter cannot see incoming strikes and cannot defend effectively.

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June 22, 2026 · Aldric & Herbi · 35 k views

Illegal strikes: should the rule change? Aspinall-Gane in Paris, is it possible?

« What we call an all-fours position. The guy tries to get out at the moment the hammer is thrown, if the guy turns his head to exit to the outside and square up. »

Alexandre Herbinet · at 23:53

Frequently asked questions

What is the quadruped position in MMA?
The quadruped position is when a fighter ends up on all fours, often after taking a strike. It is considered dangerous because the fighter cannot see incoming strikes and cannot defend effectively.
Why is the quadruped position dangerous in a fight?
In the quadruped position, the fighter has no clear line of sight on incoming strikes and lacks the ability to defend himself efficiently, making him vulnerable to follow-up attacks such as hammerfists.
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