30 Miss. Code. R. 301-4.9

Current through December 10, 2024

Rule 30-301-4.9 - Equipment

A. Wraps

1) In all weight classes, the bandages on each fighter's hands shall be restricted to soft gauze cloth not more than 13 yards in length and two inches in width, held in place by not more than 10 feet of surgeon's tape, one inch in width, for each hand.

2) Surgeon's adhesive tape shall be placed directly on each hand for protection near the wrist. The tape may cross the back of the hand twice and extend to cover and protect the knuckles when the hand is clenched to make a fist.

3) The bandages shall be evenly distributed across the hand.

4) Bandages and tape placed on the fighter's hands shall be inspected and approved by a Commission inspector.

5) Gloves are not to be placed on the hands of a fighter until the approval of the inspector is received.

6) Foot wraps may be spirally placed on the ankle and foot. It must be covered with an approved elastic sock.

B. Mouth Piece

1) All fighters are required to wear a mouthpiece during competition. The mouthpiece shall be subject to approval by the Commission. The round cannot begin without the mouthpiece in place.

2) If the mouthpiece is involuntarily dislodged during competition, the referee shall call time, clean the mouthpiece, and reinsert the mouthpiece at the first opportune moment, without interfering with the immediate action.

C. Protective Equipment

1) Male fighters shall wear a groin protector of their own selection, of a type approved by the Commissioner.

2) Female fighters may wear a chest protector during competition. The chest protector shall be subject to approval by the Commissioner.

D. Gloves

1) All fighters shall wear four, five or six ounce gloves in good condition that are Commission approved. The promoter is responsible for supplying each bout with the same brand gloves. Each contestant may wear their own gloves if approved by the opponent and the Commission.

E. Apparel

1) Each fighter shall wear mixed martial arts shorts, biking shorts, or kick-boxing shorts that do not extent beyond the top of the knee.

2) Gi's or shirts are prohibited during competition.

3) Shoes are prohibited during competition.

4) Elastic ankle support socks approved by the Commission are allowed.

5) Elastic knee braces that do not contain hard objects may be used.

30 Miss. Code. R. 301-4.9

Miss. Code Ann. 75-75-105