Ezekiel Choke From Guard Sleeve Grip Finish
Variety袖車絞（ガードから・袖取り仕上げ）(Sode-guruma-jime — From Guard, Sleeve Grip Finish)
TraditionalTranslation: Sleeve Wheel Strangle — From Guard, Sleeve Grip Finish
Overview
The Ezekiel choke from guard with sleeve grip finish uses the attacker's own gi sleeve as a lever to compress the opponent's neck from the bottom guard position. [1] The attacker threads one arm behind the opponent's neck, grips the inside of their own opposite sleeve with the threading hand, then drives the free forearm across the opponent's throat while pulling the sleeve grip to tighten. [1],[2] The sleeve provides a critical mechanical advantage — it prevents the choking arm from slipping and creates a ratcheting effect where each increment of tightening is locked in by fabric friction. [2] This is an unusual submission from guard, as most Ezekiel attacks are launched from top position. [2],[3]
History & Origin
The Ezekiel choke is named after Brazilian judoka Ezequiel Paraguassú, who used it extensively at the 1988 Olympics. [1] The guard application developed as BJJ players experimented with the technique from bottom position, finding it particularly effective as a surprise attack against opponents focused on passing. [2],[3]
Effectiveness
The sleeve grip finish variation of the Ezekiel uses the gi sleeve as a fulcrum to enhance the choking pressure from inside guard. [1]
Lineage
The sleeve-grip Ezekiel was the original form of the technique as used by Ezequiel Paraguassu. [1]
Competition Record
Sleeve-grip Ezekiel chokes are used in gi competition at IBJJF events. [1]
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Risk of injury to the person this technique is applied to
Sleeve grip finish uses the gi sleeve to create the choking fulcrum from within guard
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Sources & References
Kodokan Judo — Sode-guruma-jime
Japanese terminology sourced from Kodokan Judo — Sode-guruma-jime
Official Kodokan ground technique classification system
Standard Japanese martial arts terminology (kanji/hiragana)
Established Japanese martial arts naming convention — native Japanese term (和語/漢語)
Japanese terminology sourced from Kodokan Judo — Sode-guruma-jime
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forearm strength, wrist control, top position stability
thick forearms for pressure across the throat
forearm flexors, wrist extensors, core
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the Ezekiel Choke From Guard Sleeve Grip Finish work?
The Ezekiel choke from guard with sleeve grip finish uses the attacker's own gi sleeve as a lever to compress the opponent's neck from the bottom guard position. The attacker threads one arm behind the opponent's neck, grips the inside of their own opposite sleeve with the threading hand, then drives the free forearm across the opponent's throat while pulling the sleeve grip to tighten.
Where does the Ezekiel Choke From Guard Sleeve Grip Finish come from?
The Ezekiel choke is named after Brazilian judoka Ezequiel Paraguassú, who used it extensively at the 1988 Olympics. The guard application developed as BJJ players experimented with the technique from bottom position, finding it particularly effective as a surprise attack against opponents focused on passing.
Is the Ezekiel Choke From Guard Sleeve Grip Finish legal in competition?
IBJJF: legal — Legal at all belt levels, gi and no-gi — chokes are the safest submission cat…; IJF: legal — Legal (shime-waza) — strangulation techniques are one of three permitted subm…; ADCC: restricted — N/A (no-gi competition only — technique requires gi); Unified MMA: restricted — N/A (technique requires gi — not applicable in MMA); FIAS Sport Sambo: banned — All chokes prohibited in Sport Sambo; FIAS Combat Sambo: legal — Legal
How dangerous is the Ezekiel Choke From Guard Sleeve Grip Finish?
Danger rating 8/10. Sleeve grip finish uses the gi sleeve to create the choking fulcrum from within guard
How do I set up the Ezekiel Choke From Guard Sleeve Grip Finish?
The standard setup chain: Achieve Controlling Position → Isolate the Neck → Set the Grip → Apply Pressure.
How do I defend against the Ezekiel Choke From Guard Sleeve Grip Finish?
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 Ezekiel Choke From Guard Sleeve Grip Finish?
Common variants: Gi Ezekiel (uses the sleeve for the choking grip, traditional technique); No-gi Ezekiel (uses the fist or forearm across the throat without sleeve…); Reverse Ezekiel (applied from the bottom position when opponent is in your…).
How effective is the Ezekiel Choke From Guard Sleeve Grip Finish in competition?
Sleeve-grip Ezekiel chokes are used in gi competition at IBJJF events.
What are common mistakes when doing the Ezekiel Choke From Guard Sleeve Grip Finish?
Top errors to watch for: Not having enough sleeve length for both hands — some gi sleeves are too short; verify there's sufficient fabric befo… / Threading the second hand from the wrong direction — both hands should grip inside the sleeve from opposite ends so t… / Losing the original sleeve position while adding the second hand — maintain the first hand's grip while the second ha… / Attempting to squeeze rather than tighten the loop — the fabric does the work; focus on positioning the loop correctl….
What are other names for the Ezekiel Choke From Guard Sleeve Grip Finish?
The Ezekiel Choke From Guard Sleeve Grip Finish is also known as Sode-guruma-jime — From Guard, Sleeve Grip Finish, Guard Sleeve-Grip Ezekiel, Sode-guruma from Guard — Sleeve Finish.