In this book, Ura-nage, four of the world’s leading exponents of the technique give a remarkable insight into their unique variations. Georgia’s 2014 World Champion Avtandili Tchrikishvili reveals the technique that terrified his opponents. Tchrikishvili will teach you numerous different variations of his Ura-nage, including those he used as counter-attacks and direct attacks. He breaks down movements, entries, grips and execution to this devastating throw. Tchrikishil is also able to blend three different techniques - classical Ura-nage, the unorthodox Georgian ‘Front Ura-nage’ and Uchi-mata – into a series of incredible combinations. He is joined by Mark Huizinga of the Netherlands, who uses Ura-nage from a defensive position, with Japan’s Toshihiko Koga showing you how to successfully counter Drop Seoi-nage with Ura-nage. Also not to be missed is the amazing Mongolian Ura-nage, which is performed by their 2009 World Champion, Tsagaanbatar Khashbaatar. Throwing descriptions and tuition are accompanied by incredible photographic sequences, with the key technical moments highlighted. Many of the images are shown for the first time and come from Fighting Films’ vast photograph archive. Fighting Films has been closely working alongside the world’s greatest judoka for over 30 years. Throwing for Ippon is the first project where all of this international technical expertise is compiled in one place. Presented by Superstar Judo, Fighting Films’ online coaching subscription site, the techniques can also be viewed in video format by clicking on a QR code at either the start or end of each book. The author is Fighting Films partner Danny Hicks, who was IJF TV Director from 2009-2017. This guide is an essential for all judoka. Whether you just want to learn the basics of a throw or be inspired by numerous different variations from the world’s best, Throwing for Ippon reveals the techniques that are proven to work at the very highest level.