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fighting area control

Third and final judging criterion in MMA, used only in the event of a tie on the first two criteria, evaluating control of the fighting area such as top position or control against the cage.

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Our ideas to REVOLUTIONIZE MMA scoring - Jab Culture #2
May 28, 2025 · Jab Culture · 10 k views

Our ideas to REVOLUTIONIZE MMA scoring - Jab Culture #2

« if there is still a draw on that one, we move to the third which is fighting area control. So control of the fighting area, top position, pushing out of the cage, having top position when on the mount. »

Alex · at 18:07
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