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This is the down side of the 3-pt takedown. It deemphasizes mat wrestling.

If you're good on your feet, all it takes is a few takedowns and one set of backs for a quick TF. Majority of backs come from tilt series which usually aren't pinning combinations ... unless you're wrestling a cuban freestyler ;) ** Edited by HokieToph at 1/12/2026, 5:42:25 PM

Posted: 01/09/2026 at 12:13 PM ET

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This is the down side of the 3-pt takedown. It deemphasizes mat wrestling. ◄ -- HokieToph Jan 09, 2026 at 12:13 PM ET

HokieToph • 01/09/26 12:13 PM ET