Clinch
Clinch (Thai: จับคอ) is a Muay Thai technique term. Close-range grappling phase where fighters control the head, neck and arms to land knees, elbows and sweeps. Judges reward the fighter who dominates position; referees break it when it stalls. It is also written Chap kho and Plum fighting. Related terms: Chap kho, Plum, Sweep and 1 more.
Meaning
- Clinchจับคอ
- Close-range grappling phase where fighters control the head, neck and arms to land knees, elbows and sweeps. Judges reward the fighter who dominates position; referees break it when it stalls.
| Term | Clinch |
|---|---|
| Thai script | จับคอ |
| Also written | Chap kho, Plum fighting |
| Category | Technique |
Sources: en.wikipedia.org ↗ · fightencyclopedia.com ↗
Questions about Clinch
What does Clinch mean in Muay Thai?
Close-range grappling phase where fighters control the head, neck and arms to land knees, elbows and sweeps. Judges reward the fighter who dominates position; referees break it when it stalls.
How is Clinch written in Thai?
In Thai script it is written จับคอ.
What are other spellings of Clinch?
It is also written Chap kho and Plum fighting. Transliteration from Thai varies.
What terms are related to Clinch?
Related terms: Chap kho, Plum, Sweep and Muay Khao.
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