Mata Leao (Lion Killer)

Mata Leao (Lion Killer) is a submission from Back Control. A detailed breakdown — mechanics, common mistakes, defense, no-gi adaptations — is on the way.

Browse instructional videos from top BJJ creators on the Mata Leao (Lion Killer).

• MG
  Marcelo Garcia (MGInAction)

  Legendary competitor — butterfly guard, arm drag, north-south choke.
• MM
  Mikey Musumeci

  Multiple-time world champ with a personality-packed channel on modern competition BJJ.
• GR
  Gordon Ryan

  Consensus #1 no-gi grappler; concept-heavy submission and control footage.
• JT
  JT Torres (Essential BJJ)

  ADCC champ sharing no-gi passing and back-take systems.

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