Who took your money, Ego??
Hey Ego!
Mantis footwork is fast, fluid and very evasive.
Lum Sang was called 'Monkey" because of his superior footwork.
Few could catch him and he could strike with power while moving.
Who was it that took your money and showed you nothing?:D
Good question for all fighting styles
This is a good question for all fighting styles. If the grappler has size, strength, and technique, then once they get you down on the ground, you're only chance would be for a fast and extreme maneuver that would cause massive pain or massive damage (such as gouging the eyes). You would have to think your life was in danger. The best option is to keep on your feet (better said than done).
You probably would only have time for one act. The head is probably the best target since they come in head first and it's exposed. If you have a heavy punch and can hit the head (which is a moving target, makes it harder) with alot of force, that should send the grappler at least out of balance. That should give you time for another action.
Of course theory and practice are two different things. But practicing by punching a low-mid moving target would help.