523 CMR 23.11
Traditional Pre-fight Rituals
Prior to the start of the first round, a combatant may perform traditional pre fight rituals, limited to
one minute. There shall be a five minute time limit on traditional pre fight rituals prior to championship
fights. A combatant who interferes in any way with his or her opponent as they perform their own ritual
will be disqualified and the match awarded to the opponent.