Matched bouts are permitted and must be in accordance with weight limitations as described below. In a championship tournament, it is mandatory to have 4 or more competitors competing in the same weight class to qualify for a title match. The referee shall officiate in the ring and see that the rules and fair play are strictly observed. Time keeper stops time.
Time keeper continues time.
The timekeeper shall commence and end each round by striking the gong, bell, ringing the buzzer, or blowing the horn. The referee's command signals the start of the clock. The stopped time consumed shall not be deducted from the time period of the contest. The contest shall be scored and decided by a panel of three judges. Scoring shall be by 10 points must system.