How to use the long knee for counter attack How to counter attack the long knee #longknee
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How to use the long knee for counter attack How to counter attack the long knee.
Перевод: standard knee-strike counter
Дистанция и классификация
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Удар и защитаЗамкиБлижний бойБой против нескольких
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Обзор
The Standard Knee Counter times a sharp knee strike upward to meet the shooting opponent's head as it drops during the takedown entry. [1] The defender reads the takedown initiation, steps one foot back slightly to create space, then drives the lead knee upward into the opponent's face or chest as they level-change. [1],[2] The timing must be precise — too early and the opponent can adjust; too late and the takedown is already secured. [2],[3]
История и происхождение
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- БразилияММА
- СШАММА
- ТаиландМуай-тай
- КитайСаньда
Эффективность
The knee strike as a takedown counter is devastating when timed correctly, as the opponent shoots forward directly into the rising knee. [1] In Muay Thai, the knee to the head of a ducking opponent has ended numerous fights. [2] The technique carries significant risk if the timing is off, as a missed knee can leave the defender in a poor position to stop the takedown. [1]
Родословная
The knee counter to a shooting opponent has roots in Muay Thai's clinch knee system and was integrated into MMA as wrestlers began fighting against Thai boxers and strikers. [1]
Соревновательные результаты
Anderson Silva's knee knockout of Rich Franklin in their second fight at UFC 77 (2007) — though from the clinch rather than a pure takedown defence — demonstrated the devastating potential of the knee as a counter-weapon against a closing opponent. [1]
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Биомеханический механизм
Primary Action — Using foot positioning to control range and angles — maintaining optimal distance relative to the opponent
Joints Involved — Ankles (pivot and directional changes), knees (level maintenance), hips (balance and weight distribution)
Force Vector — Multi-directional — lateral steps, pivots, and retreats adjust distance and angle simultaneously
Distance Principle — Managing the distance between fighters is the most fundamental defensive skill — controlling range dictates which techniques are available
Позиция и вход
From fighting stance — When the opponent shoots, defend with sprawl, whizzer, underhook, or cage positioning depending on the attack type
From clinch (underhook battle) — Use the overhook/whizzer to prevent the opponent from completing the takedown
From cage — Use the cage for balance and framing to stuff the takedown attempt
Варианты
Standard defence — primary defensive technique from the most common position
Reactive defence — triggered by the opponent's attack, minimal movement for maximum protection
Proactive defence — anticipating the attack and positioning to neutralise it early
Counter defence — using the defensive movement to create an immediate counter-attack opportunity
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Оценки
Риск травмы для человека, к которому применяется техника
3
Умеренный3/10
Sprawls and stuffs involve sudden body weight displacement; knee/hip strain risk
Уровень мастерства, необходимый для надёжного выполнения техники
Средний
Разрешена ли техника по основным соревновательным правилам
— Unified MMA — Legal defensive technique
Unified Rules of MMA, August 2025PDFWBC/Boxing — Legal — blocking and evasion are core boxing skills {src— WBC Rules of Boxing}
— WKF — Legal — blocking is a fundamental karate skill
WKF Competition Rules 2024PDFKyokushin — Legal {src— IKO Kyokushin Tournament Rules}
— WT — Legal
WT Competition Rules 2024PDF— WAKO — Legal
WAKO Competition RulesPDFK-1/GLORY — Legal {src— K-1/GLORY Kickboxing Rules}
— IFMA — Legal
IFMA Muay Thai RulesPDFЗаметки по тренировке
✓Standard knee counter execution: as the opponent changes level, post one hand on the back of their neck/head, drop your weight slightly, and drive the rear knee upward into the opponent's face or chest (Greg Jackson, The Stand-Up Game, 2011)
✓The hand on the head is not a pull-down — it's a frame that keeps the opponent's head in the path of the knee
✓Use the rear knee (back leg) for power, or the lead knee for speed — the situation dictates which
✓The hip thrust drives the knee: don't just lift the knee; thrust your hips forward to add body mass to the strike
✓After the knee: if it lands clean, follow with strikes; if it checks the shot, transition to sprawl or guillotine
✓The standard knee counter is drilled with a partner wearing a body shield — they shoot, you time the knee
✓In competition, the knee counter is legal as long as the opponent is not considered a 'grounded fighter' under the applicable rule set
✓The knee counter pairs naturally with the sprawl — if the knee misses, you're already in position to sprawl
Типичные ошибки
!Pulling the opponent's head down (illegal in MMA — considered a knee to a grounded opponent in some rules) — frame the head, don't pull
!Throwing the knee with the lead leg when the rear leg would provide more stopping power — assess which knee is appropriate
!Not thrusting the hips — a knee without hip drive is just a leg lift; the hips generate the force
!Standing straight up while throwing the knee — drop your base slightly to maintain balance
!Throwing the knee after the opponent has already secured your legs — at that point, the knee is too late; sprawl instead
!Not following up after a successful knee — the counter is an opener, not a finisher
!Training the knee counter only on pads — the timing against a live shoot is different; train with partners
Связанные техники
Контрприёмы
Цепочка подготовки
1Anticipate the Attack — read the opponent's intention through body cues
2Execute Defence — apply the specific defensive technique with proper timing
3Recover Stance — return to a balanced fighting position immediately
4Counter or Disengage — capitalize on the opening or create safe distance
Источники и ссылки
Основной источник
Freestyle Wrestling: A Complete Guide for Coaches and Wrestlers (Petrov, 1977)
1КнигаFreestyle Wrestling (Petrov, 1977)
Alias sources — [1] Muay Thai: The Most Distinguished Art of Fighting (Kraitus, 1988) [2] MMA Instruction Manual (Ryan & Snowden, 2010) [3] MMA Instruction Manual (Ryan & Snowden, 2010)
2КнигаWrestling Physical Conditioning Encyclopedia (Cejudo & Holliday, 2015)
Effectiveness sources — [1] Muay Thai Counters (Delp, 2005) [2] Muay Thai: The Most Distinguished Art of Fighting (Kraitus, 1988)
3ДругоеJapanese Martial Arts Hybrid Terminology
Mixed Japanese-Western terminology — combines traditional Japanese terms with katakana loanwords
4ЦитатаFreestyle Wrestling (Petrov, 1977)
Alias sources — [1] Muay Thai: The Most Distinguished Art of Fighting (Kraitus, 1988) [2] MMA Instruction Manual (Ryan & Snowden, 2010) [3] MMA Instruction Manual (Ryan & Snowden, 2010)
5ЦитатаWrestling Physical Conditioning Encyclopedia (Cejudo & Holliday, 2015)
Effectiveness sources — [1] Muay Thai Counters (Delp, 2005) [2] Muay Thai: The Most Distinguished Art of Fighting (Kraitus, 1988)
Сообщество
Атлетизм
Requires
reaction speed, structural body mechanics, defensive awareness
Favours
quick reflexes and conditioned defensive surfaces
Key muscles
varies — forearms (blocking), legs (movement), core (stability)
Часто задаваемые вопросы
What's the correct way to defend against a pushing knee attack?
When your opponent throws a pushing knee, use a front knee to meet it halfway and pop/deflect it. Focus on stopping the long knee from the outside by using popping motions with your chin and leg position to neutralize the attack.
Should I bend my arm when defending the long knee?
No. According to SITJAOPHO MUAYTHAI, you should not bend your right arm when defending against the long knee—keep it positioned properly to maintain your guard.
How do I stop a pushing knee directed at my chin?
Lift your arm to protect your chin and step back while using popping hand motions to deflect the incoming knee strike. This creates distance and prevents the attack from landing effectively.
Как работает Standard Knee Counter?
The Standard Knee Counter times a sharp knee strike upward to meet the shooting opponent's head as it drops during the takedown entry. The defender reads the takedown initiation, steps one foot back slightly to create space, then drives the lead knee upward into the opponent's face or chest as they level-change.
Откуда происходит Standard Knee Counter?
The standard knee counter became a feared defensive weapon in MMA, with knockout finishes from this counter creating some of the sport's most memorable moments. It serves as the ultimate risk for wrestlers shooting takedowns in MMA.
Разрешён ли Standard Knee Counter на соревнованиях?
Unified MMA: разрешён — Legal defensive technique; WBC/Boxing: разрешён — Legal — blocking and evasion are core boxing skills; WKF: разрешён — Legal — blocking is a fundamental karate skill; Kyokushin: разрешён — Legal; WT: разрешён — Legal; WAKO: разрешён — Legal; K: разрешён — 1/GLORY — Legal; IFMA: разрешён — Legal
Насколько опасен Standard Knee Counter?
Оценка опасности 3/10. Moderate — sprawls and stuffs involve sudden body weight displacement; knee/hip strain risk
Как подготовить Standard Knee Counter?
Стандартная цепочка подготовки: Anticipate the Attack → Execute Defence → Recover Stance → Counter or Disengage.
Как защититься от Standard Knee Counter?
Стандартные контрприёмы: Timing — attack when the defence is recovering or between movements / Feint — use deception to create openings in the defensive structure / Angle Change — attack from an unexpected angle that the defence does not cover.
Какие есть варианты Standard Knee Counter?
Распространённые варианты: Standard defence (primary defensive technique from the most common position); Reactive defence (triggered by the opponent's attack, minimal movement for …); Proactive defence (anticipating the attack and positioning to neutralise it …); Counter defence (using the defensive movement to create an immediate count…).
Насколько эффективен Standard Knee Counter на соревнованиях?
Anderson Silva's knee knockout of Rich Franklin in their second fight at UFC 77 (2007) — though from the clinch rather than a pure takedown defence — demonstrated the devastating potential of the knee as a counter-weapon against a closing opponent.
Какие типичные ошибки при выполнении Standard Knee Counter?
Основные ошибки, на которые стоит обратить внимание: Pulling the opponent's head down (illegal in MMA — considered a knee to a grounded opponent in some rules) — frame th… / Throwing the knee with the lead leg when the rear leg would provide more stopping power — assess which knee is approp… / Not thrusting the hips — a knee without hip drive is just a leg lift; the hips generate the force / Standing straight up while throwing the knee — drop your base slightly to maintain balance.
Какие ещё названия есть у Standard Knee Counter?
Standard Knee Counter также известен как Sutandādo Hiza-geri Kauntā, Basic Knee Strike Counter, Rising Knee Check, Knee Uppercut Counter.