Ground

When you see two fighters down on the ground, they are each trying to get the dominant position. They will either use strikes to try to end the fight, attempt to get the other locked in an immobilizing hold, or try to get off the mat and back to a standing fight.

Common Positions And Lingo

• Guard
• Side Control
• Mount
• Back Control
• North-South
• Sweep

Ground Experts

Demian Maia

Strengths: Known for his technical mastery of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and dynamic ground game

Georges St-Pierre

Strengths: Athleticism, very well-rounded

Cain Velasquez

Strengths: Well rounded fighter, strong Striking and Takedown skills

Fight Styles On
The Ground

• Judo
• Sambo
• Catch Wrestling
• Folkstyle Wrestling
• Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
• Greco-Roman Wrestling