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I think the video is very good too. We don't have clinching in karate per se, at least uncommon. I believe that is because it's seen as a disadvantageous position to be in from a self defense context. We see some of that dynamic with the larger man manhandling & using his height advantage quite readily in the video.It's quite good. He covers different positions and how to transition between them, it's a bit lacking in sweeps if I remember rightly but it's quite good, it's better clinching than he ever actually used in MMA.
Karate , the simpler styles, aim to break out or away from such holds.
ADD: From a practical standpoint in MMA, this is where the Gracie's want you tactically.