X-Guard Back Take

Transitioning to a back take from the X-Guard:

1. Maintain tight control in the X-Guard, with feet flexed around the opponent's leg and using the arm, head, neck, and shoulder to control the lower part of their opposite leg.
2. Extend the legs to widen the opponent's base and shift their weight onto one leg, ideally lifting the other leg off the mat or at least lightening it.
3. Underhook the opponent's leg with the right hand and secure a grip on your own wrist, similar to a Kimura grip.
4. As you extend your legs, pass the opponent's leg over your head to the opposite side.
5. Place your right foot behind the opponent's right knee and square up with them.
6. Grab the back of the opponent's gi or belt, pull them towards you, and then kick out to off-balance them.
7. Keep your feet flexed to prevent the opponent from easily kicking out and escaping.
8. Secure the seatbelt grip (hand over hand) and work to get both hooks in.
9. Once hooks are in, you are in a strong position to finish with a submission.