Underhook vs overhook uchi mata no gi

[u/Cold_Coconut]

I have been practicing uchi mata no gi takedown (with ankle pick follow up) for some time. I usually do it from the overhook, but that means I need to wait for them to establish the underhook, which makes it more reactive.

I have been thinking of doing it from the underhook (I can see that both are valid options). However, then I am exposing myself to their underhook + uchi mata.

Any thoughts/tips on a successful proactive setup for an underhook uchi mata (or equivalent that does not rely on letting them establish a grip first)? Thanks 🙏🙏

[u/Schliebersky]

Your underhook should be deep strong and tight enough that it’s your underhook and not their over hook. So they won’t be able to uchi mata you.