Overhook - UFC/MMA
In MMA, the overhook primarily serves as a counter to the opponent's underhook. By wrapping their arm over the opponent's and pressing down, the fighter neutralizes the advantage of the underhook and prevents takedowns. However, the overhook is also an offensive position: it can be used as a setup for knees, elbows, and even submissions like the kimura or the whizzer throw. A solid overhook game is essential for any fighter looking to compete in the clinch.
Overhook
Valentina Shevchenko masterfully employs the overhook in the clinch, controlling her opponent's arm to deliver devastating knees and thwart takedowns, showcasing superior technical versatility.
Overhook & Underhook
The underhook is the counterpart to the overhook: it goes under the opponent's armpit instead of over their arm. The battle between underhook and overhook is at the heart of clinch play in MMA. Underhook.
FAQ - Overhook
Is the overhook better than the underhook?
Generally, the underhook is considered more advantageous for takedowns. However, the overhook is an excellent counter and offers its own offensive opportunities like knees and submissions.
What is the whizzer?
The whizzer is another name for the overhook, especially used in American wrestling. Technically, the whizzer implies a stronger downward pressure than a simple overhook, but the terms are often used interchangeably.
