MMA / Topic 05
Ground fighting
ABC · 2026 / 2027In short
Grounded opponent · Active positions
Grounded opponent
A fighter is grounded when a body part other than the hands or feet touches the canvas. Kicks and knees to that fighter's head are prohibited.
Active positions
Ground fighting and submission attempts form part of MMA. The referee can separate or stand up inactive fighters; holding a superior position alone is insufficient.
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