# What is single leg X guard?

Single leg X (or ashi garami) controls one of your opponent's legs with your legs while you are underneath them. It is a fundamental leg lock entry position and also offers sweeps. Single leg X is essential knowledge for modern no-gi grappling.

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**Tags:** technique, no-gi

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