Match Duration
Match duration varies by event and tournament round — consult the official source.
Tiebreaker Rule
- 1If tied, overtime (qualifying max 1, finals max 2) with same rules as second half (both + and − points active)
- 2If the match ends with no points scored, the referee decides the winner based on dominance
Match structure: 1st half penalty (−) points only; 2nd half both + and − points apply
Takedown
Takedown ending in guard/half-guard; 75% of back on mat, 3 sec stable. Second half only.
Clean Takedown (Past Guard)
Takedown landing past guard; 75% of back on mat, 3 sec stable. Second half only.
Sweep
Sweep ending in guard/half-guard; bottom to top, 3 sec stable. Second half only.
Clean Sweep (Past Guard)
Sweep landing past guard; bottom to top, 75% of back on mat, 3 sec stable. Second half only.
Knee on Belly
Knee centered on stomach, not chest or sides; 3 sec stable. Second half only.
Mount
Both knees below shoulder line on mat; 3 sec stable. Second half only.
Back Control
Both hooks or body triangle required; 3 sec stable. Second half only.
Guard Pass
Pass legs into side control or north-south; 75% of back on mat, 3 sec stable. Second half only.