You can also Cover + TW and prevent a DPS from getting knocked back, at least for the head pushback (haven't tested on the tilt). I usually Holmgang the first head pushback and then, depending on how the fight is going, I'll use it on the T2 tilt as well. DRK I believe you can just Plunge back, though T2 will still probably face wherever the DRK got knocked to due to the animation lock.