Knee Cut Explained: Why This Pass Destroys Every Guard

The knee cut pass & knee slice pass bjj grapplers overlook — a complete breakdown of why it works at the highest levels, and exactly why yours isn't. Most people treat the knee cut as a beginner move. It shows up constantly in elite competition because when it's done right, modern guards can't stop it. In this video, we cover: ✅ The split squat position and what your cutting knee actually needs to do ✅ How to manage your opponent's frames — knees AND upper body ✅ The 4-phase execution framework: clear feet → wedge knees → secure upper body → collapse chest ✅ What to do when they over-react (armbars, kimuras, d'arce chokes) ✅ High-level match footage showing the pass against resisting opponents 📘 Full Blueprint:   / knee-cut-study-160814055   Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 01:21 Frames 02:14 Wedging/Inside Space 03:59 Arms 05:37 Phases 07:02 Submissions 08:06 Combinations 09:18 Recap/Outro ... 🔔 Subscribe for concept-driven grappling breakdowns every week #bjj #jiujitsu #grappling #kneecut #guardpassing #nogi #brazilianjiujitsu Follow Grappling Theory: IInstagram →   / grapplingtheoryhq   TikTok →   / grappling.theory   Patreon →   / grapplingtheory   Fair Use Disclaimer: This video may contain copyrighted material used under the doctrine of fair use (17 U.S.C. § 107). This includes commentary, criticism, and educational analysis of matches, athletes, and techniques. All rights belong to their respective owners.