Leg Reap Rules Explained

The leg reap ban in gi competition exists primarily to protect knee health. When an outside leg crosses the opponent’s body and applies inward pressure, the torque can cause catastrophic injuries. This makes it one of the most heavily enforced fouls in gi BJJ.

No-gi professional events like ADCC and EBI often allow reaping, recognizing its role in advanced leg entanglement systems. Competitors should adjust their game plan based on whether they are competing under traditional or submission-only rulesets.