Cross Grip to Sit Up Guard to Single Leg Variation (Intermediate)

Professor Lucas Lepri demonstrates a closed guard sweep variation that counters an opponent's defensive reactions. The technique starts from closed guard, breaking the opponent's collar grip and pushing their hips. As Lucas attempts to come up and the opponent bases back, an inside foot bump is used to off-balance them. This bump, combined with a quick lock and coming up with the knee, allows Lucas to secure a dominant top position by countering the opponent's re-balancing efforts.