Scoring and warnings kickboxing/muay thai

The standard procedure for judging is as follows: Points and warnings can be given.

The scoring differs per organization and also per country. There are also differences between K-1 rules, kickboxing, and FMT (full Muay Thai).

Kickboxing scoring:

• A correct Thai boxing style, combined with hard and effective attacks.
• An aggressive and dominating style.
• Clearly overpowering the opponent.
• Using the traditional Thai style of defense and counter-attacks.

No points are awarded for attacks that:

• Are not allowed according to the rules
• Are a punch, kick, or strike on the opponent’s guard.
• Are not powerful enough.

Warnings are given for every violation observed by the referee. Every violation noticed by the judges but not indicated by the referee is taken into account accordingly in the individual judge’s score.

1. The maximum score for each round is 10 points. The losing party can receive 9, 8, or 7 points per round.
2. A tied round gives both fighters 10 points.
3. The winner in a non-dominant round receives 10:9
4. The winner in a dominant round receives 10:8
5. The winner in a non-dominant round but with one knockdown receives 10:8
6. The winner in a dominant round but with one knockdown receives 10:7
7. The winner in a non-dominant round but with one knockdown receives 10:8
8. The winner in a round with two knockdowns receives 10:7
9. The fighter who commits a violation or receives an official warning will lose one point per warning accordingly.

Violations in kickboxing:

• Biting, eye gouging, spitting, or headbutting.
• Wrestling, arm locks, or similar techniques.
• Deliberately falling on top of the opponent.
• Holding the ropes for any reason.
• Swearing or insulting during the match.
• Tripping the opponent after the referee’s stop signal.
• Deliberately attacking the groin.