Oblique Kick

Topic

An oblique kick is a low, thrusting foot strike directed at an opponent's thigh or knee joint, designed to disrupt their stance, control distance, or cause joint hyperextension. Originating in traditional martial arts such as Savate (where it is known as the chassé frontal bas) and Wing Chun, the technique was popularized in modern mixed martial arts (MMA) by fighters like Bruce Lee and Jon Jones. Due to its potential to cause severe knee injuries, the strike remains one of the most controversial techniques in combat sports.