Standing Double Wrist Lock Sakuraba Style Part 1- CACC 4
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Standard Double Wrist Control
Genusスタンダード両手首制御(Sutandādo Ryō-tekubi Seigyo)
HybridTranslation: standard double wrist control
Overview
The Standard Double Wrist Control positions the attacker's hands on both of the opponent's wrists, gripping firmly to control hand placement and prevent the opponent from establishing offensive grips or defensive frames. [1] The attacker can use push-pull dynamics on the wrists to off-balance the opponent, create openings for level changes, or release one grip to transition into collar ties, underhooks, or arm drags. [1],[2] Standard double wrist control is a common starting position in clinch exchanges, particularly in MMA where preventing the opponent from grabbing is essential for maintaining striking options. [2],[3]
History & Origin
Effectiveness
Standard double wrist control grips both of the opponent's wrists simultaneously, providing maximum arm control at the expense of requiring both hands. [1]
Lineage
A fundamental control position taught in BJJ, MMA, and self-defence systems. [1]
Competition Record
Double wrist control is used in striking-based martial arts competition (Muay Thai, kickboxing) to neutralise an opponent's offence, and in MMA to prevent punches in the clinch. [1]
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Biomechanical Mechanism
Primary Action — Establishing body-to-body connection through underhooks, overhooks, or collar ties to control the opponent's movement
Joints Involved — Attacker's shoulders (driving position), hips (base and drive), opponent's upper body (restricted)
Force Vector — Forward pressure and angular positioning — inside position (underhooks) creates offensive advantage
Control Mechanic — Chest-to-chest pressure combined with inside ties limits the opponent's ability to create distance or attack
Position & Entry
From striking range — Close distance with a jab or level change, cup the hand behind the opponent's head (nape of the neck), pull their posture down
From hand fighting — During grip exchanges, swim inside and secure the collar tie by cupping the back of the head
Variants
Single collar tie — one hand on the nape controlling the head
Double collar tie (plum) — both hands behind the head for maximum control
Collar tie with wrist control — one hand on the nape, other controlling the wrist
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Ratings
Risk of injury to the person this technique is applied to
3
Moderate3/10
Arm control positions limit opponent's offense; low direct injury risk
Skill level needed to execute this technique reliably
Intermediate
Whether this technique is allowed under major competition rule sets
Restricted
WBC/Boxing — Holding is technically a foul — referee breaks clinch, excessive holding results in point deduction {src— WBC Rules of Boxing}
K-1/GLORY — One attack from clinch allowed, then referee breaks {src— K-1/GLORY Kickboxing Rules}
— WAKO — Clinch generally broken by referee — limited or no...
WAKO Competition RulesPDFLegal
— Unified MMA — Legal — clinching is integral to MMA
Unified Rules of MMA, August 2025PDF— grip fighting
IJF Sport and Organisation Rules 2025, Article 27PDF— IBJJF — Legal — standing grip fighting and clinch work pe...
IBJJF Rules Book v6.0, June 2024PDF— IFMA — Legal — the clinch is a core element of Muay Thai,...
IFMA Muay Thai RulesPDF— UWW — Legal — clinch is fundamental to wrestling, the pri...
UWW International Wrestling Rules, January 2026PDFTraining Notes
✓Grip both wrists with C-grips — thumbs on the inside, fingers on the outside
✓Keep elbows bent and close to your body — this creates a strong structural frame
✓From double wrist, immediately plan your transition: arm drag one side, snap down, or release one wrist to advance to a tighter clinch
✓Push-pull to rotate the opponent: push one wrist while pulling the other to spin them and create an angle
✓Use double wrist control after catching punches — intercept both hands and momentarily neutralise the striker
✓Release into a collar tie or underhook within 1-2 seconds — don't hold longer than necessary
✓Practise the double wrist control to arm drag sequence as one fluid motion
Common Mistakes
!Holding both wrists at the same height — stagger them (one high, one low) for better rotational control
!Gripping with fingers only — wrap the wrist fully with each hand
!Standing square-on while holding both wrists — maintain a staggered stance for balance
!Not releasing quickly enough to chain the next action — double wrist is a beat, not a position
!Pulling both wrists inward at the same time — the opponent crashes into you with their head
!Leaving your head exposed while both hands are occupied — tuck the chin and use the forearms as a partial frame
!Failing to anticipate the opponent's grip break — have a plan for when they strip one hand
Related Techniques
Counter Techniques
Pummeling — fight for inside position by swimming arms under opponent's gripsFrame and Push — create distance using forearm frames against the chest or neckGrip Break — systematically strip the opponent's controlling gripsPosture Up — straighten the spine and drive the hips forward to break clinch control
Setup Chain
1Close Distance — bridge the gap using footwork, strikes, or a level change
2Establish Primary Grip — secure the initial controlling grip on the opponent
3Position the Hips — align hips to maximize leverage and control angle
4Apply Pressure — use the grip to control posture and create offensive opportunities
Sources & References
Primary Source
Freestyle Wrestling: A Complete Guide for Coaches and Wrestlers (Petrov, 1977)
1BookMuay Thai: The Art of Fighting (Kraitus, 2002)
Alias sources — [1] Wrestling Physical Conditioning Encyclopedia (Welker, 2010) [2] Clinch Fighting for MMA (Couture, 2011) [3] MMA Instruction Manual (UFC, 2008)
2BookAikido and the Dynamic Sphere (Westbrook & Ratti, 1970)
Effectiveness sources — [1] Mastering Jujitsu (Gracie & Danaher, 2003)
3SyllabusAikido Terminology
Aikido technique naming conventions
4OtherJapanese Martial Arts Hybrid Terminology
Mixed Japanese-Western terminology — combines traditional Japanese terms with katakana loanwords
5CitationMuay Thai: The Art of Fighting (Kraitus, 2002)
Alias sources — [1] Wrestling Physical Conditioning Encyclopedia (Welker, 2010) [2] Clinch Fighting for MMA (Couture, 2011) [3] MMA Instruction Manual (UFC, 2008)
6CitationAikido and the Dynamic Sphere (Westbrook & Ratti, 1970)
Effectiveness sources — [1] Mastering Jujitsu (Gracie & Danaher, 2003)
Community
Athletics
Requires
swimming speed for inside position, shoulder drive, hip pressure
Favours
strong shoulders and low centre of gravity
Key muscles
deltoids, pectorals, core, quadriceps
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the basic sequence for setting up a standing double wrist lock?
Grab the forward wrist first, then immediately collar tie your opponent, then scoop or shuck their head, and come over the top to establish the figure-four lock.
Once I have the double wrist lock locked in, should I ever release it?
No—once you lock it, you never let it go. You keep that figure-four on there until you finish it, as this was the bread and butter hold of catch wrestling.
What should I do if my opponent tries to defend by pulling their arm away?
If they try to defend their arm, grab both their hands, drive your hip in, and rip to counter their defense, then reapply the lock and continue walking them down.
How does the Standard Double Wrist Control work?
The Standard Double Wrist Control positions the attacker's hands on both of the opponent's wrists, gripping firmly to control hand placement and prevent the opponent from establishing offensive grips or defensive frames. The attacker can use push-pull dynamics on the wrists to off-balance the opponent, create openings for level changes, or release one grip to transition into collar ties, underhooks, or arm drags.
Where does the Standard Double Wrist Control come from?
Standard double wrist control is a universal clinch technique found across all grappling arts, from traditional Japanese jujutsu to modern MMA hand fighting. Its fundamental nature means it has been independently developed in virtually every combat system.
Is the Standard Double Wrist Control legal in competition?
Unified MMA: legal — Legal — clinching is integral to MMA; IJF: legal — Legal — kumi-kata (grip fighting) is fundamental to judo; IBJJF: legal — Legal — standing grip fighting and clinch work permitted; IFMA: legal — Legal — the clinch is a core element of Muay Thai, clinch dominance is highly…; WBC/Boxing: restricted — Holding is technically a foul — referee breaks clinch, excessive holding resu…; K: restricted — 1/GLORY — One attack from clinch allowed, then referee breaks; WAKO: restricted — Clinch generally broken by referee — limited or no clinch fighting in most fo…; UWW: legal — Legal — clinch is fundamental to wrestling, the primary position in Greco-Roman
How dangerous is the Standard Double Wrist Control?
Danger rating 3/10. Moderate — arm control positions limit opponent's offense; low direct injury risk
How do I set up the Standard Double Wrist Control?
The standard setup chain: Close Distance → Establish Primary Grip → Position the Hips → Apply Pressure.
How do I defend against the Standard Double Wrist Control?
Standard counters include: Pummeling — fight for inside position by swimming arms under opponent's grips / Frame and Push — create distance using forearm frames against the chest or neck / Grip Break — systematically strip the opponent's controlling grips / Posture Up — straighten the spine and drive the hips forward to break clinch control.
What are the variants of the Standard Double Wrist Control?
Common variants: Single collar tie (one hand on the nape controlling the head); Double collar tie (plum) (both hands behind the head for maximum control); Collar tie with wrist control (one hand on the nape, other controlling the wrist).
How effective is the Standard Double Wrist Control in competition?
Double wrist control is used in striking-based martial arts competition (Muay Thai, kickboxing) to neutralise an opponent's offence, and in MMA to prevent punches in the clinch.
What are common mistakes when doing the Standard Double Wrist Control?
Top errors to watch for: Holding both wrists at the same height — stagger them (one high, one low) for better rotational control / Gripping with fingers only — wrap the wrist fully with each hand / Standing square-on while holding both wrists — maintain a staggered stance for balance / Not releasing quickly enough to chain the next action — double wrist is a beat, not a position.
What are other names for the Standard Double Wrist Control?
The Standard Double Wrist Control is also known as Sutandādo Ryō-tekubi Seigyo, Basic Double Wrist Grip, Fundamental Double Wrist Tie, Two-Wrist Hand Fight.