Matheus Diniz Reversal
Part of the course: Half Guard by Paul Schreiner

Part of the course: Half Guard by Paul Schreiner

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Executing a reversal sequence inspired by Matheus Diniz, combining the twist sweep and bridging sweep:
- Begin with the opponent landing in your half guard, attempt the bridging sweep by bumping them over.
- If the opponent prevents the sweep by extending their leg and shifting their weight to lift their knee off the floor, and possibly hugging your head, adjust your strategy.
- Block their ability to post effectively by positioning your leg parallel to their body and trapping their arm with your head.
- Attempt to sweep by flipping to the other side, using your bicep to hit their head and neck, while blocking their leg to prevent them from posting.
- If the opponent widens their leg to counter, maintain control above their knee line and switch your hook back, keeping your elbow tight.
- Scoop your hip under the opponent and bridge to force their leg closer to your hip, making it reachable for the next move.
- Drag the opponent's leg by switching your legs and scooting underneath, then block their leg with your foot.
- Prepare to bridge over your outside leg, but first remove it from over the opponent's leg to avoid losing control.
- Touch your knees together to pinch the opponent's thigh, preventing them from freeing their leg or advancing position.
- Execute the bridge while circling your heels towards your buttocks to complete the reversal and avoid the opponent's guard.
- Be mindful of the opponent's arm, using your head to trap their forearm and prevent them from posting as you bridge.
- If wearing a Gi, you can grip the outside of their leg for additional control during the bridge.
- Keep your knees pinched together to trap their leg as you bridge, using a side kick drop to finalize the reversal.