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What is Sumi Gaeshi in BJJ?

Pronunciation: soo-mee gah-eh-shee

Quick Definition

A sacrifice throw using a butterfly hook to roll the opponent over.

Full Explanation

Sumi gaeshi (corner reversal) is a sacrifice throw similar to a butterfly sweep from standing. You fall to your back while hooking the opponent's inner thigh with your instep and rolling them over you. It is one of the most BJJ-friendly judo throws because it flows naturally into guard if it fails. The butterfly hook and the upper body grip work together to create the throwing momentum.

Examples in Context

"Sumi gaeshi is basically a standing butterfly sweep"

"Even if the sumi gaeshi fails, you end up in guard"

Origin

Judo - meaning "corner reversal"

Related Terms

Tomoe Nage

A sacrifice throw using a foot on the opponent's stomach to throw them overhead.

Butterfly Guard

A seated guard with your feet hooked inside your opponent's thighs.

Takedown

A technique to bring a standing opponent to the ground.

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