Avoid the snap kick

Here is a technique to avoid a snap kick (usually aimed for the waist or anywhere along the side).
The knee comes up, and your hands are in the guard position. This way you can ward off a blow, from either side, while using your folded leg to avoid a kick to the waist or inner thigh, a weak spot for all fighters, or groin region. Also, you can use the same knee, protecting you, to hit the person... In Muay Thai, a defensive move also has immense potential to be offensive!