The 3 knockdown rule is always in effect in IKF
kickboxing unless otherwise noted between the promoter, referee and IKF Representative at the event. The IKF 3 knockdown rule is as follows: If a fighter is
knocked down to the mat 3 times in one round OR given 3 standing 8 counts in one
round, the bout is automatically over.
A fighter cannot be saved by the bell except in the final round.
A boot to boot sweep in any division is NOT counted as a knockdown.
Leg checking is permitted with the shin, but not with the foot.
Front leg sweeps, foot to foot, boot to boot, to the inside & outside
of opponents front foot are permitted by BOTH feet of the striker/sweeper.. No
spin sweeps. (In MuayThai Rules ONLY, the supporting "Rear"
leg is also allowed to be sweeped)
Slips will not count as a knockdown or a standing 8 count in ANY Fighting
division.
Standing 8 Count is Always used in the IKF:
If a fighter looks helpless and receives several blows to the head or body but
continues to stand, not move and not defend him or herself, the referee will
give the fighter a standing 8 count and, if the referee feels it is necessary,
may stop the fight at that time.(In some cases, a standing 8 count will not be
used.)
If a fighter loses by TKO or knockout from a blow to the head, the IKF WILL suspend him/her from competition for 45
days for medical and safety reasons.
If a fighter is knocked down to the ring floor or falls to the floor,
he/she must get up under their own power.
If a fighter is knocked down, the other fighter must retreat to farthest
neutral corner.
If a fighter drops his mouthpiece 3 times during the entire contest, he
will be disqualified from the match and lose by a technical knockout.
If a fighter or trainer cuts the strings or ANY part of their gloves, they
will be billed by the IKF for the cost of
a NEW pair of gloves. Payment is DEMANDED at the event and paid to the promoter.
"YOU CUT THEM, YOU BUY THEM!"
