The Buntu name for this technique in engolo is okusana omaulo-ese (cartwheel or handstand kick down).

[4] The aú batido was introduced successfully in mixed martial arts by Anthony Pettis, who has a capoeira background and showed the move against Shane Roller in WEC 50.

[5] One arm is used to support the body in the air while one leg performs a high kick directed at the opponent's head or torso.

One leg is brought downwards and forwards in a kicking motion, while the other remains in the air (giving rise to the name).

[1] There are many variants of this kick, including: In breakdancing, The L-kick is usually considered a freeze before returning to standing.