Lapel Tie-Down: Vs Roberto Tozi Pass

Using the lapel from a closed guard position can be an effective counter to a Tozi pass or to create a sweep situation. Here's how:

1. From a closed guard position, break your opponent's posture and fish for their lapel. This can also be done off a Tozi pass situation.
2. Feed the lapel to your other hand and use your free hand to frame on the opponent's shoulder to prevent them from gaining position.
3. Kick your leg through while maintaining the grip on the lapel. Be ready to use the rocking chair principle to sweep your opponent.
4. As your opponent attempts to smash your leg, immediately use your hips like a rocking chair to sweep them. Keep the grip on the lapel behind them, making it difficult for them to come back into your guard.
5. Keep the lapel inside your leg and complete the sweep. Wait for your opponent to start executing the pass to avoid ending up in half guard.
6. As your opponent tries to smash your leg, pass the guard, kick, and keep the lapel trapped under your knee to complete the sweep. The lapel will restrict your opponent's movement.