蟹挟
Yoko-sutemi-waza Throw
Description
A technique to throw down the opponent while holding his lower body with both legs by breaking his balance backward, turning the body toward his left side and putting the right leg on his lower abdomen and the left leg on the backside of both of his knees while laying down the body onto the left side. (Kodokan definition)
Key points
- Break uke’s balance backward; turn toward uke’s side.
- Put one leg on uke’s lower abdomen, other behind his knees.
- Lie to the side and throw down. Note: This technique is restricted in competition.