What is a butterfly guard game?

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A butterfly guard game centers around using butterfly hooks to sweep and off-balance opponents. It suits shorter, stockier grapplers who can get underneath their opponents. Butterfly guard leads to sweeps, back takes, and leg lock entries. Marcelo Garcia is the most famous example of a butterfly guard specialist.

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