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MMA glossary

circle up

A circular footwork pattern used to disorient and tire the opponent, moving from left to right to prevent them from closing the distance and landing their attacks.

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Aspinall vs Gane, Who Will Win? (Aldric & Herbi #31 Excerpt)
October 22, 2025 · Aldric & Herbi · 15 k views

Aspinall vs Gane, Who Will Win? (Aldric & Herbi #31 Excerpt)

« what Americans call circle up, meaning if you move in a circle and drive him a little crazy from left to right, and when he pushes forward, you punish the clinch. »

Aldric · at 6:40
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