Slipping to the Lead Side
Slipping to the lead side in an open stance matchup is less risky against kicks since the opponent would need to take a full step back in order to make space for their lead leg kick.
One of the best ways to slip to the rear side is what Toki Tamaru does in all his fights; where he slips outside the opponent’s lead foot and drop his level and enter in on a clinch. This removes a lot of the space needed for his opponent to kick him or even punch him.
Tamaru doesn't lean into the open side like wrestle boxers in mma, but instead changes level with his head outside the opponent's lead shoulder and completely removes the space where his opponent can strike back.
While slipping to the lead side is less risky than slipping the rear side in open stance match ups. Its still dangerous if done at borders. Slipping in any scenario should be used to close down space or create it, but slipping to the lead side can be punished if the weight transition isn’t protected.
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