Boxing (IBF) vs Boxing (WBA) — Same Game, Different Rules

All IBF championship bouts are scored using the 10-point must scoring system. Under this system, the winner of each round receives 10 points, and the loser receives 9 points or fewer.

The 10-Point Must System is the standard scoring system for all WBA bouts. Under this system: The winner of each round receives 10 points; The loser of each round receives 9 points or fewer; An even round is scored 10-10 (though even rounds should be rare)

Each corner must be equipped with a stool, a water bucket, an endswell (cold metal compress), approved cut treatment materials, and towels. Corner teams are responsible for ensuring all materials comply with commission regulations.

Each corner must be equipped with a water bucket, a spit bucket, a stool, and towels. Corners are designated as red (typically the champion's corner) and blue.

Unanimous Decision (UD): All three judges score the bout in favor of the same boxer.; Split Decision (SD): Two judges score in favor of one boxer, the third judge scores for the other.; Majority Decision (MD): Two judges score for one boxer, the third judge scores the bout a draw.

Unanimous Decision: All three judges score in favor of the same boxer; Split Decision: Two judges score in favor of one boxer and one judge scores for the other; Majority Decision: Two judges score in favor of one boxer and one judge scores even

The following actions constitute fouls under IBF rules and may result in warnings, point deductions, or disqualification: Hitting below the belt: Punches landing below the imaginary beltline across the hip bones.; Hitting behind the head (rabbit punches): Striking the back of the head or the base...

The following actions constitute fouls in WBA-sanctioned bouts: Hitting below the belt; Hitting an opponent who is down or who is in the process of rising from the canvas; Holding and hitting simultaneously

Gloves used in IBF-sanctioned championship and elimination bouts must be approved by both the IBF and the local athletic commission.

Gloves used in WBA-sanctioned bouts must be approved by the WBA and the local athletic commission. Glove weight varies by weight class: Minimumweight through Welterweight (up to 147 lbs): 8-ounce gloves; Super Welterweight and above (154 lbs+): 10-ounce gloves

Each boxer is permitted soft surgical gauze bandage not exceeding 18 yards in length and 2 inches in width, plus adhesive tape not exceeding 10 feet in length and 1.5 inches in width per hand. Tape must not be placed directly over the knuckle area when the fist is clenched.

Each boxer is permitted to use soft gauze bandage (not exceeding 18 yards in length and 2 inches in width) and adhesive tape (not exceeding 10 feet in length and 1 inch in width) for hand wrapping. Tape may be placed directly on the hand but must ...

Punches must be delivered with the padded knuckle area of the closed glove to the front or sides of the head or body above the beltline. The beltline is defined as an imaginary line drawn across the top of the hip bones.

A legal blow is a punch landed with the padded knuckle area of the closed fist on the front or sides of the opponent's head or body above the beltline (an imaginary line from the top of the hip bones). Blows to the back of the head, the back of the body, below the belt, or to the kidneys are fouls.

A properly fitted, custom mouthguard is mandatory for all boxers in IBF-sanctioned bouts. The round cannot commence unless the mouthpiece is in place.

All professional boxers are required to wear a mouthpiece during competition. The round cannot begin without the mouthpiece in place.

All boxers competing in IBF-sanctioned bouts must undergo comprehensive medical examinations including: Pre-fight physical: A thorough physical examination conducted within 72 hours of the bout by a licensed physician approved by the local commission.; Eye examination: A dilated ophthalmological ...

All boxers must undergo comprehensive medical examinations before being approved to compete. Required tests typically include: Complete physical examination by a licensed physician; Blood tests including CBC, hepatitis B and C screening, and HIV testing; Ophthalmologic (eye) examination, includin...

All male boxers must wear an approved foul-proof protective cup (groin protector) during competition. The protector must be of standard design and approved by the local commission.

All male boxers are required to wear a foul-proof protective cup (groin protector) during competition. The cup must be of a standard design and approved by the local commission.

Gloves used in IBF-sanctioned championship and elimination bouts must be approved by both the IBF and the local athletic commission.

Gloves used in WBA-sanctioned bouts must be approved by the WBA and the local athletic commission. Glove weight varies by weight class: Minimumweight through Welterweight (up to 147 lbs): 8-ounce gloves; Super Welterweight and above (154 lbs+): 10-ounce gloves

IBF championship bouts must be conducted in a regulation boxing ring meeting the following specifications: Ring Size: The ring must measure between 16 feet (4.88 m) and 20 feet (6.10 m) on each side, measured inside the ropes. The IBF prefers a minimum of 18 feet for championship contests when ve...

WBA championship bouts must be conducted in a ring that meets the following specifications: Size: The ring must be no smaller than 16 feet square and no larger than 24 feet square, measured inside the ropes. WBA championship bouts require a ring of not less than 18 feet and not more than 22 feet ...

IBF world championship bouts are scheduled for 12 rounds of 3 minutes each, with a 1-minute rest interval between rounds. Non-title bouts sanctioned by the IBF may be scheduled for fewer rounds (commonly 8 or 10 rounds) as determined by the local commission and promoter.

WBA championship bouts are scheduled for twelve (12) rounds. Non-championship bouts may be scheduled for four (4) to twelve (12) rounds as determined by the applicable commission and promoter.

All IBF championship bouts are scored using the 10-point must scoring system. Under this system, the winner of each round receives 10 points, and the loser receives 9 points or fewer.

The 10-Point Must System is the standard scoring system for all WBA bouts. Under this system: The winner of each round receives 10 points; The loser of each round receives 9 points or fewer; An even round is scored 10-10 (though even rounds should be rare)

All boxers competing in IBF-sanctioned bouts must undergo comprehensive medical examinations including: Pre-fight physical: A thorough physical examination conducted within 72 hours of the bout by a licensed physician approved by the local commission.; Eye examination: A dilated ophthalmological ...

All boxers must undergo comprehensive medical examinations before being approved to compete. Required tests typically include: Complete physical examination by a licensed physician; Blood tests including CBC, hepatitis B and C screening, and HIV testing; Ophthalmologic (eye) examination, includin...