ABC Uniform Championship Rules Flashcards
State the dates these rules were approved and amended.
As Approved August 25, 2001, Amended August 2, 2002, Amended July 3, 2008, Amended July 24, 2012 Amended July 29, 2014
Rule 1. Each round shall consist be of a
Three (3) minute duration, with a one (1) minute rest period between rounds.
Rule 2. Who is the sole arbiter of a bout?
The referee
Rule 2. Who is the only individual authorized to stop the contest?
The referee
Rule 2. Shall this rule, #2, preclude a video or other review of a decision under the procedures of the applicable regulatory authority if a protest is filed claiming a clear rule violation?
No
Rule 3. All bouts will be evaluated and scored by how many judges?
Three (3) judges
Rule 4. What will be the standard system of scoring a bout?
The 10 Point Must System
Rule 5. What will be the standard procedure after knockdowns in all bouts?
The Mandatory Eight (8) Count
Rule 6. Are professional boxers required to wear a mouthpiece during competition?
Yes
Rule 6. What steps must a referee follow if a mouthpiece is dislodged during competition?
The referee will call time and have the mouthpiece replaced at the first opportune moment, without interfering with the immediate action.
Rule 6. Are points to be deducted by the referee if he feels the mouthpiece is being purposely spit out?
Points may be deducted by the referee if he feels the mouthpiece is being purposely spit out.
Rule 7. Is there a Standing Eight (8) count?
No.
Rule 8. Is there a Three (3) Knockdown rule?
No.
Rule 9. How many seconds shall a boxer receive if he is knocked out of the ring and onto the floor?
A boxer shall receive a twenty (20) second count if the boxer is knocked out of the ring and onto the floor.
Rule 9. Can the boxer be assisted by spectators or his/her seconds when knocked out of the ring?
The boxer is to be unassisted by spectators or his/her seconds.
Rule 9. What may happen if a boxer is assisted by anyone after being knocked out of the ring?
If assisted by anyone, the boxer may lose points or be disqualified with such a decision being within the sole discretion of the referee.
Rule 10. Can a boxer be save by the bell?
A boxer who has been knocked down cannot be saved by the bell in any round.
Rule 11. What would happen if a boxer sustains an injury from a fair blow and the injury is severe enough to terminate the bout?
The injured boxer shall lose by TKO.
Rule 12.a.1. What would happen if an intentional foul causes an injury and the injury is severe enough to terminate the bout immediately?
The boxer causing the injury shall
lose by disqualification.
Rule 12.a.2. What would happen if an intentional foul causes an injury and the bout is allowed to continue?
The referee shall notify the authorities and deduct two (2) points from the boxer who caused the foul.
Rule 12.a.2. Are point deductions for
intentional fouls mandatory?
Yes, point deductions for intentional fouls will be mandatory.
Rule 12.a.3. What would happen if an intentional foul causes an injury and the injury results in the bout being stopped in a later round and the injured boxer is ahead on the score cards?
The injured boxer will win by TECHNICAL DECISION.
Rule 12.a.3. What would happen if an intentional foul causes an injury and the injury results in the bout being stopped in a later round and the injured boxer is behind or even on the score cards?
The bout will result in a TECHNICAL DRAW.
Rule 12.a.4. What would happen if the boxer injures himself while attempting to intentionally foul his opponent?
The referee will not take any action in his favor, and this injury shall be the same as one produced by a fair blow.
