S.C. Code Regs. 20-8.19. Boxer Fallen or Knocked Through Ropes; Return Unassisted

1. If a participant has been knocked out or has fallen out of the ring during a contest, the referee shall order the other boxer to a neutral corner at once. The referee shall inform the timekeeper to suspend time until directed to resume time from the point of interruption for the duration of the round. 2. The participant who has fallen or has been knocked out of the ring must return to the ring unassisted by his/her seconds. If he/she is unable to do so within twenty (20) seconds, the timekeeper shall notify the referee who shall begin the official count.