Face your opponent	As your opponent steps in and punches, step forward and block the punch with a left hand high defense (rising block)
Deaden your opponent's striking arm with an uppercut	Grab your opponent's right shoulder and drive your righ knee into his mid-section
Reach your left hand over your opponent's shoulder and pull back on his chest or face as your right hand lifts his right leg up and forward	Continue the takedown
Finish with a reverse punch or other appropriate technique	Remain ready as you back away from your opponent

Work with your partner to ensure that you're striking the correct spot on his arm. Also practice the takedown to make sure that it works when he's resisting. As always, keep practicing.

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