Definition(s):

An idiom referring to responding to an opponent's attack with the same maneuver and/or method to them.

Comments:

Put simply, doing to the opponent what they do to you.

Matching Counter is frequently an effective means of response to a given attack and typically requires little thought on your part.

Technically speaking, a Matching Counter is a Strategic Ploy.

Example(s):

Responding to a grab with a counter-grab would demonstrate a Matching Counter.

Related Definition(s):

Formulate, Timing

Related Term(s):

Combat Effectiveness, Conditioned Response, Controlled Response, Planned Reaction, Position Recognition, Strategic Ploy, Strategic Recognition