Tant01

I suppose I'm just confused by the Portuguese names. Perhaps I'm even resistant to learning NEW names for the techniques... It was difficult enough to learn the many variations of lapel choking techniques let alone the NAMES in a foreign language.

Thumbs in or out? In Judo circles it's a Tsukkomi-jime, thrust choke.

In BJJ that might well result in a straight arm lock or triangle choke if it is used to attempt to open a closed gaurd so you can pass? Anyone? I would think giving the bottom player your arm(s) as "bait" to set up the pass might be a serious risk?

Avoiding and preventing potential submissions is half the battle.

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