their head to the other side. If the mounted opponent is much larger/stronger than the mounting fighter, they may actually be able to stand up and slam his opponent into a nearby wall or fall backwards onto their back (and opponent). Doing this with enough force may knock the wind out of the dominant opponent, or at least enable one to break free. Another standard escape involves the mounted opponent touching their head to the ground to temporarily prevent against a choke while also attempting to roll into the dominant opponent's guard. Alternatively, while basing with the head on the ground, the mounted opponent can use their legs or arms to remove one of the hooks to make rolling into the guard easier. If the mounting opponent has their ankles crossed while holding the rear mount (similar to the positioning in closed guard), the opponent being mounted can use a Figure 4 leglock to apply a submission against the dominant fighter. This can result in a tapout or possible injury, depending on the circumstances. Generally, opponents skilled in ground fighting will not cross their ankles or not cross them long enough to allow this to happen. References Gracie, Renzo; Gracie, Royler; Peligro, Kid; Danaher, John (2001). Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu: Theory and technique. Invisible Cities Press. . Løvstad, Jakob. The Mixed Martial Arts Primer. www.idi.ntnu.no. URL last accessed March 6, 2006. (DOC format) Page, Nicky. Groundfighting 101. homepage.ntlworld.com. URL last accessed March 4, 2006. Grappling positions Brazilian jiu-jitsu techniques