The outcome of a Kumite bout is determined by scoring, referee judgment, or penalties. Here’s how decisions are made:
π₯ Winning a Bout
A contestant can win by:
| Method | Description |
|---|
| π¨ Waza-ari Lead | Clear lead in scoring |
| π³οΈ HANTEI | Decision by Referee Panel |
| β Penalty | HANSOKU (foul), SHIKKAKU (disqualification), or KIKEN (withdrawal) against opponent |
π§ 1. Decision by Referee Panel (HANTEI)
If the bout ends with equal or no scores, the winner is chosen based on:
- πͺ Attitude, fighting spirit, and strength
- π§ Superiority of tactics and techniques
- π₯ Majority of techniques performed
β±οΈ 2. Individual Bout Tie β ENCHO-SEN
| Rule | Outcome |
|---|
| Tie | Extension bout (max 2 minutes) |
| Penalties | All carry over from initial bout |
| First to score | Declared winner |
| No score | Lighter competitor (by 3kg) wins |
| Still tied | Final vote by Referee Panel (HANTEI) β decision is obligatory |
π₯ 3. Team Competition Tie
- No ENCHO-SEN for drawn team bouts
π 4. Determining the Winning Team
| Scenario | Outcome |
|---|
| Most bout victories | Team wins |
| Equal victories | Team with most total points wins |
| Equal victories & points | Deciding bout held |
| Still tied | 1-minute ENCHO-SEN β First to score wins β If no score, decision by HANTEI |
π 5. Early Team Victory
| Team Type | Victory Condition |
|---|
| Male Team | Lead of 3 bout victories |
| Female Team | Lead of 2 bout victories |
π£ EXPLANATION: Voting & Tie Resolution
π³οΈ HANTEI Procedure
- Referee moves to match area perimeter and calls βHANTEIβ
- Two-tone whistle blast
- Judges indicate vote with flags
- Referee raises arm on side of preferred contestant
- Short whistle blast β Referee returns to position and announces decision
βοΈ Tie Declaration
- Referee announces βHIKIWAKEβ (draw)
- Starts ENCHO-SEN if applicable
π³οΈ Casting Vote in Tied ENCHO-SEN
- Referee places one arm across chest
- Raises bent arm on side of preferred contestant
- Announces winner in the usual way
