Safety
Medical & Safety
Fighter safety is the foundation of BXA. No title, ranking, broadcast agreement or commercial interest may override the health and safety of a boxer.
Pre-Fight Medical Requirements
- General medical examination
- Blood tests (HIV, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C)
- Neurological examination
- Eye examination
- ECG / cardiac screening where required
- Pregnancy test for female boxers where applicable and legally permitted
- MRI / CT scan where required
- Proof of medical insurance
- Declaration of recent knockouts, concussions or suspensions
Knockout and TKO Suspension Guidelines
| Situation | Minimum Rest Period |
|---|---|
| KO or TKO loss | 28 days mandatory rest |
| Second KO/TKO in 12 months | 60 days mandatory rest + neurological clearance |
| Third KO/TKO in 12 months | 180 days + full medical review by BXA Medical Committee |
| Serious injury during bout | Until full medical clearance obtained |
| Extended or stopped on cuts | 14 days minimum |
BXA Fighter Passport
The BXA Fighter Passport is a digital record containing: license status, medical clearance, fight record, suspension history, knockout history, anti-doping status, weight division history, title history, ranking status and emergency contact information.