Jack Slack Podcast 246 - Mario Bautista Strangles Lok Dog, Horiguchi Battles Ghost of Apex Past
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Feb 8, 2026 A breakdown of Batista's pressure, clinch entries, head control and the mounted crucifix finish. Analysis of Horiguchi's bounce, timing and improved groundwork after training changes. Critique of heavyweight depth and calls for roster cuts. Notes on Donchenko targeting a taped knee and controversies over cage grabs and late refereeing interventions.
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Pressure Forces Slip-Based Fighters To Pay
- Mario Bautista wins by constantly being present and forcing action, turning Oliveira's fancy slips into costly work.
- Oliveira's big leans and swings burn energy and fail when opponents make him earn position.
Use Small Movements To Counter Big Leans
- When an opponent leans and swings, use minimal movement to counter and take the fence to sap their gas and set up takedowns.
- Attack the rear leg when they switch to open stance and punish with body kicks from the outside leg.
Kimura Trap Turns Scrambles Into Finishes
- The Kimura trap converts wrestling scrambles into submission chains or backtakes when you control the far arm and head.
- Batista used the trap to force positional exposure and finish with a choke after stepping over the head.