MMA / Topic 07
Judging rounds
ABC · 2026 / 2027In short
Priority · Round scores
Priority
Judges assess effective striking and grappling first. Aggressiveness and control of the fighting area only become relevant when the primary assessment is equal.
Round scores
At least 3 judges use the 10-point must system. Close rounds are usually 10–9; wider margins can justify 10–8 or 10–7. An even 10–10 is rare.
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