Fist fights were recognized as an official sport: the tournaments will be held under the auspices of the Russian Boxing Federation (FBI). It is reported by “Interfax”.
The federation will be able to hold official tournaments from December 1st. According to FBI Secretary General Kirill Schekutyev, the organization will license promoters, managers and fighters who want to take part in fistfighting competitions.
Shchekutyev also voiced a special demand from the Russian Ministry of Sports. The FBI has been asked to pay particular attention to medical compliance. Now the fighters will have an in-depth examination before participating in fights.
There are a number of promotions in Russia holding fist fighting tournaments. The largest of these are Top Dog and Hardcore.
There is also a promotion in the United States that specializes in bare-fist fights – Bare Knuckle FC. The organization regularly hosts tournaments and signs contracts with mixed martial arts (MMA) stars.
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