Karate Combat mitts: per the Rules and Regulations, contestants shall wear Karate Combat mitts with a net weight of four ounces — open-palm, fingerless design for grip-and-clinch defense.; Mouthguard: mandatory.; Groin protector: mandatory (men); chest protector required for women.
Why people argue about this
People often assume that shin guards are standard in Karate Combat for both genders based on MMA-style gloves, but the official rules specify they're not included, leading to misunderstandings about what equipment is required or expected during matches.
