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Catch and sweep

Catch and sweep is a Muay Thai technique term. Catching an opponent's kick under the arm, then sweeping or pushing them over. Rules limit how far you may walk them: IFMA allows no more than two steps without striking. It is also written Kick catch and Leg catch. Related terms: Sweep and Fouls.

Meaning

Catch and sweep
Catching an opponent's kick under the arm, then sweeping or pushing them over. Rules limit how far you may walk them: IFMA allows no more than two steps without striking.
TermCatch and sweep
Also writtenKick catch, Leg catch
CategoryTechnique

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Questions about Catch and sweep

What does Catch and sweep mean in Muay Thai?

Catching an opponent's kick under the arm, then sweeping or pushing them over. Rules limit how far you may walk them: IFMA allows no more than two steps without striking.

What are other spellings of Catch and sweep?

It is also written Kick catch and Leg catch. Transliteration from Thai varies.

What terms are related to Catch and sweep?

Related terms: Sweep and Fouls.

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