Knee Cut <strong>Pass</strong>: Mechanics & Timing
BJJBJJ App Team·⏱️ 1 min read·🔄 Mar 31, 2026
Learn knee cut pass mechanics — knee placement, hip pressure, and defeating guard retention.
Contents
Overview
The knee cut pass is a high-pressure guard pass that uses knee placement and hip drive to destroy guard connections.
Knee Placement
- Place knee between their legs
- Keep knee tight against their hip
- Maintain pressure throughout
Hip Movement
Drive your hips forward and diagonally while keeping your knee planted. This creates an unstoppable pressure that forces guard breakdown.
Timing Windows
Attack the knee cut when they are defending other attacks or during transitions. Avoid it when they have strong underhook control.
Finishing Position
Complete the pass into side control or north-south by continuing hip pressure and preventing guard reestablishment.