K1
K1 combines techniques from disciplines such as Thai boxing, taekwondo, karate, kung fu, kickboxing and traditional boxing.
A match usually lasts three 3-minute rounds. Should there be a tie, another round is added. If the match isn’t decided after this, another round is added. A match can have a total of 5 rounds.
You can win by means of points, by knocking out your opponent, by a technical knock-out or by your opponent surrendering. Competitors are allowed to kick or hit at the body, legs or head of their opponent.
Competitors are allowed to use their knees on the body, legs or head. The use of elbow techniques is forbidden. Clinching is not allowed. However, grabbing your opponent for a short amount of time to deliver a knee or punch is allowed.
Fighting is not allowed to continue when participants are on the floor.