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

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 WBO championship bouts are scored using the 10-Point Must System: The winner of each round receives ten (10) points, and the loser receives nine (9) or fewer points.; In an even round where neither contestant has a clear advantage, the round shall be scored 10-10. However, such scores should ...

Boxers must wear approved boxing trunks. Trunks must not extend below the knee.

Each contestant shall wear a foul-protector (groin cup) of an approved design, which must be fitted before entering the ring.; Boxing trunks shall be the primary garment, worn at an appropriate height and not extending below the knees.; Female contestants shall wear a chest protector in addition ...

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

The following actions constitute fouls in WBO championship contests: Hitting below the belt line, striking the kidneys, or hitting the back of the head or neck (rabbit punches).; Hitting an opponent who is down or who is in the process of rising from a knockdown.; Holding and hitting simultaneous...

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

WBO championship contests require the use of new boxing gloves provided by the promoter. The gloves must meet the following specifications: Mini Flyweight through Welterweight (105-147 lbs): Eight (8) ounce gloves shall be used.; Super Welterweight through Heavyweight (154 lbs and above): Ten (10...

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 ...

Soft bandages not exceeding two inches (2") in width and no more than thirty (30) yards in length per hand for all weight classes.; One strip of adhesive tape, not exceeding one and one-half inches (1.5") in width, may be used to secure the bandage around the wrist. Tape shall not extend over the...

Judges evaluate each round based on the following criteria: Clean Punching: The number and quality of clean punches landed. A clean punch is one that lands on the legal target area with the knuckle part of the glove with force. Quality and accuracy are valued over sheer volume.; Effective Aggress...

Judges shall evaluate each round based on the following criteria, listed in order of priority: Clean punching: Effective punches landed on the scoring area (front and sides of the head, and the body above the belt line). Quality of punches takes precedence over quantity.; Effective aggressiveness...

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...

The WBO requires comprehensive medical documentation and examinations before any championship contest: Complete physical examination by a licensed physician within thirty (30) days prior to the bout.; Current MRI or CT brain scan (within one year for active fighters; required more frequently for ...

The referee must stop the bout if a boxer is unable to defend themselves intelligently, is taking excessive punishment, has sustained a cut that poses a danger to their health, or is otherwise unable to continue safely. The referee's primary obligation is the safety of both boxers.

The referee shall stop the contest when: A contestant is unable to defend themselves intelligently and is absorbing excessive punishment.; A contestant is being so badly outclassed that continuing the bout would be dangerous to their health.; A contestant is injured and, in the referee's judgment...

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

WBO championship contests require the use of new boxing gloves provided by the promoter. The gloves must meet the following specifications: Mini Flyweight through Welterweight (105-147 lbs): Eight (8) ounce gloves shall be used.; Super Welterweight through Heavyweight (154 lbs and above): Ten (10...

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 ...

WBO championship contests shall be held in a ring that meets the following requirements: The ring shall be no less than sixteen feet (16') and no more than twenty feet (20') square inside the ropes. The WBO recommends a ring size of eighteen feet (18') for championship contests.; The ring floor s...

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.

The WBO weigh-in protocol is designed to promote fighter safety and discourage dangerous weight-cutting practices: WBO world championship bouts are scheduled for twelve (12) rounds of three (3) minutes each, with a one (1) minute rest period between rounds.; Non-title bouts sanctioned by the WBO ...

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 WBO championship bouts are scored using the 10-Point Must System: The winner of each round receives ten (10) points, and the loser receives nine (9) or fewer points.; In an even round where neither contestant has a clear advantage, the round shall be scored 10-10. However, such scores should ...

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...

The WBO requires comprehensive medical documentation and examinations before any championship contest: Complete physical examination by a licensed physician within thirty (30) days prior to the bout.; Current MRI or CT brain scan (within one year for active fighters; required more frequently for ...