Underhook Attacks: Dogfight and Raking the Leg

Transitioning to the dogfight position from half guard with an underhook involves a series of steps focused on footwork and maintaining control of the opponent's leg.

1. Start with an underhook and on your elbow, aiming to come up to your knees to gain strength in your position.
2. Before attempting to rise, break your opponent's base using your free leg to place it over their leg while maintaining a hook with your other leg to prevent them from passing.
3. Use your heel to rake their heel towards your buttocks, ensuring you create torque on their knee and disrupt their base. A successful rake is indicated by the movement of their other leg.
4. After achieving a good rake, elevate the opponent's knee with your hips to remove your inside leg from underneath their knee, keeping your knees pinched to control their leg.
5. Once the inside leg is removed, transition up to your knees behind your opponent, maintaining a tight underhook and control of their knee.

Practice this movement to secure the dogfight position before advancing to subsequent attacks.