MMA glossary

box to wrestle and wrestle to box
Tactical principle by which the threat of striking sets up the takedown and vice versa, creating permanent uncertainty for the opponent. Both dimensions condition each other to maximize overall effectiveness.
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« a phrase Aldrick often says in training is box to wrestle and wrestle to box. I still find it extremely interesting. »
Alexandre Arbinet · at 1:10:51
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