Baseball Bat From Standing Backpack Inside Grip Feed

Variety

立ちバックからの野球バット絞め(内側襟取り)(Tachi Backo kara no Yakyū Batto-jime — Uchi-gawa Eri Tori)

Hybrid

Translation: Baseball Bat Lapel Choke from Standing Backpack with Inside Grip Feed

Overview

From standing backpack control the attacker feeds the near lapel under the opponent’s chin using the inside hand, establishes a deep inside grip, then cross-grips the far lapel and rotates wrists in a baseball bat motion while applying hip pressure to finish the choke.

Also known as
Inside Grip Standing Baseball Bat Choke[1]Rear Inside Lapel Feed Baseball Bat[2]

History & Origin

Developed as a control refinement within gi-based BJJ, inside feed variation prioritizes deeper lapel bite and tighter strangulation mechanics

Effectiveness

The inside grip feed generates strong pressure by positioning the choking hand deep across the neck, creating a tight arc that is difficult to defend once locked. [1]

Lineage

The inside grip feed variation of the baseball bat from standing was developed to address specific grip configurations in gi competition. [1]

Competition Record

This variation is seen at high-level gi BJJ competition. [1]

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Biomechanical Mechanism

ActionInside grip provides tighter lapel feed across carotids
ConstraintStanding backpack anchor stabilizes torso
Joints AffectedNeck, cervical spine
Torque DirectionPosterior compression with inward scissor twist

Position & Entry

Standing backpack seatbelt with one hook, inside hand feeds lapel under chin, far hand cross-grips lapel, attacker rotates inward while driving hips forward

Variants

Outside Grip Feed | Standing Rolling Finish

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Ratings

Danger Rating

Risk of injury to the person this technique is applied to

10
Extreme10/10

Extremely high risk; deep inside grip produces rapid choke and neck torque

Difficulty

Skill level needed to execute this technique reliably

Advanced
Competition Legality

Whether this technique is allowed under major competition rule sets

Illegal
FIAS Sport Sambolapel grips not permitted
ADCCrequires gi lapels
Restricted
Unified MMArare
Legal
IBJJFIJF

Training Notes

Emphasize tight inside lapel feed for maximum leverage, drill slowly to avoid cervical injury, monitor partner’s tap closely

Common Mistakes

!Shallow lapel feed with inside hand, failing to stabilize hips, over-rotating and losing backpack control

Related Techniques

Counter Techniques

Setup Chain

1Achieve Controlling Positionsecure the position from which the choke is applied
2Isolate the Neckclear defending hands and establish access to the throat
3Set the Griplock the choking configuration (arm, lapel, or leg placement)
4Apply Pressuresqueeze to compress the carotid arteries for the finish

Sources & References

Primary Source

Japanese BJJ community standard terminology; ベースボールチョーク (Baseball Choke) from Yahoo知恵袋 BJJ community

Japanese Q&A community — BJJ technique name verification

2OtherJapanese Martial Arts Hybrid Terminology

Mixed Japanese-Western terminology — combines traditional Japanese terms with katakana loanwords

3CitationJapanese BJJ community standard terminology; ベースボールチョーク (Baseball Choke) from Yahoo知恵袋 BJJ community

Japanese terminology sourced from Japanese BJJ community standard terminology; ベースボールチョーク (Baseball Choke) from Yahoo知恵袋 BJJ community

Community

Athletics

Requires

grip or squeeze strength, positional control

Favours

strong upper body for sustained compression

Key muscles

forearms, biceps, pectorals, core stabilisers

Notes

Considered the most secure variation of the standing backpack baseball bat due to inside grip depth; must be drilled with extreme caution.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the Baseball Bat From Standing Backpack Inside Grip Feed work?

From standing backpack control the attacker feeds the near lapel under the opponent’s chin using the inside hand, establishes a deep inside grip, then cross-grips the far lapel and rotates wrists in a baseball bat motion while applying hip pressure to finish the choke.

Where does the Baseball Bat From Standing Backpack Inside Grip Feed come from?

Developed as a control refinement within gi-based BJJ, inside feed variation prioritizes deeper lapel bite and tighter strangulation mechanics

How dangerous is the Baseball Bat From Standing Backpack Inside Grip Feed?

10/10 — Extremely high risk; deep inside grip produces rapid choke and neck torque

How do I set up the Baseball Bat From Standing Backpack Inside Grip Feed?

The standard setup chain: Achieve Controlling Position → Isolate the Neck → Set the Grip → Apply Pressure.

How do I defend against the Baseball Bat From Standing Backpack Inside Grip Feed?

Standard counters include: Tuck Chin — protect the neck by lowering the chin to prevent the choke from sinking / Two-on-One Grip Fight — use both hands to strip the choking grip before it locks / Turn Into — rotate toward the choking arm to relieve carotid pressure / Posture Up — straighten the spine and create distance to break the choking angle.

What are the variants of the Baseball Bat From Standing Backpack Inside Grip Feed?

Common variants: Outside Grip Feed; Standing Rolling Finish.

How effective is the Baseball Bat From Standing Backpack Inside Grip Feed in competition?

This variation is seen at high-level gi BJJ competition.

What are common mistakes when doing the Baseball Bat From Standing Backpack Inside Grip Feed?

Top errors to watch for: Shallow lapel feed with inside hand, failing to stabilize hips, over-rotating and losing backpack control.

What are other names for the Baseball Bat From Standing Backpack Inside Grip Feed?

The Baseball Bat From Standing Backpack Inside Grip Feed is also known as Tachi Backo kara no Yakyū Batto-jime — Uchi-gawa Eri Tori, Inside Grip Standing Baseball Bat Choke, Rear Inside Lapel Feed Baseball Bat.