Michael Buffer calls MMA Fighters vs. Boxers in Triad Combat a "Level Playing Field"

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BigTruck said:
A level playing field in a boxing match?
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Yeah, that was my reaction at first, but Triad Combat is apparently "a new sport". It's not boxing, in other words. I'll know much better what it is after reading some great answers on here, and of course after watching the event tonight. I could also do some Internet research I suppose, stop being so fucking lazy.
 
Interesting. Sounds like some sort of hybrid between MMA and boxing. In theory it should level the playing field some.
 
johny ringo said:
What are the rules in this? I haven’t been interested enough to look.
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What are the rules?
The only striking permitted in Triad Combat is punches, either from a stand-up position or in the clinch.

Unlike in MMA, kicks, throws, knees, elbows and any sort of ground-based fighting is not allowed.

Other quirks include a triangular-shaped ring to limit space for the fighters, two-minute rounds to increase engagement and gloves designed to help fighters grip.

Mir, who has 19 MMA wins over an 18-year career, is predicting much of the bout with Pulev to be fought in the clinch.

"I'm going to try and spend about 90% of the time in the clinch, which will be very frustrating for him, said Mir.

What are the Dont’s at the event?
While several factors will benefit MMA fighters, they also need to check on a lot. No knees will be allowed in the fight, and fighters under any situation shall not throw kicks or use their legs. Holding opponents in a choke is also not accepted.

Thus, most of the rules will be in favor of boxing. But the slight new changes can change the course of the fights at any given point. While foot stomps are also banned in the fight, a fighter can stand on his opponent’s feet while throwing a shot. Here’s a look at the full card.

"I think he's going to be walking in there with his boxing pedigree thinking he can finish me, until I get hold of him. And that's basically what I've been training for."

Bulgarian Pulev has amassed 28 wins over his 11-year boxing career, with his only two defeats coming to former world champions Wladimir Klitschko and Anthony Joshua.

The fight against Mir however will mark the first time the 40-year-old has fought professionally under different rules to boxing.
 
Kryptt said:
What are the rules?
The only striking permitted in Triad Combat is punches, either from a stand-up position or in the clinch.

Unlike in MMA, kicks, throws, knees, elbows and any sort of ground-based fighting is not allowed.

Other quirks include a triangular-shaped ring to limit space for the fighters, two-minute rounds to increase engagement and gloves designed to help fighters grip.

Mir, who has 19 MMA wins over an 18-year career, is predicting much of the bout with Pulev to be fought in the clinch.

"I'm going to try and spend about 90% of the time in the clinch, which will be very frustrating for him, said Mir.

"I think he's going to be walking in there with his boxing pedigree thinking he can finish me, until I get hold of him. And that's basically what I've been training for."

Bulgarian Pulev has amassed 28 wins over his 11-year boxing career, with his only two defeats coming to former world champions Wladimir Klitschko and Anthony Joshua.

The fight against Mir however will mark the first time the 40-year-old has fought professionally under different rules to boxing.
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If Triad Combat turns out to be a mostly in-the-clinch sport I can't see it getting a mass appeal.
 
Kryptt said:
What are the rules?
The only striking permitted in Triad Combat is punches, either from a stand-up position or in the clinch.

Unlike in MMA, kicks, throws, knees, elbows and any sort of ground-based fighting is not allowed.

Other quirks include a triangular-shaped ring to limit space for the fighters, two-minute rounds to increase engagement and gloves designed to help fighters grip.

Mir, who has 19 MMA wins over an 18-year career, is predicting much of the bout with Pulev to be fought in the clinch.

"I'm going to try and spend about 90% of the time in the clinch, which will be very frustrating for him, said Mir.

"I think he's going to be walking in there with his boxing pedigree thinking he can finish me, until I get hold of him. And that's basically what I've been training for."

Bulgarian Pulev has amassed 28 wins over his 11-year boxing career, with his only two defeats coming to former world champions Wladimir Klitschko and Anthony Joshua.

The fight against Mir however will mark the first time the 40-year-old has fought professionally under different rules to boxing.
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So I’m guessing more of an mma type glove then. Hmm… still heavily favors the boxer. Thanks bro!
 
Leonard Haid said:
If Triad Combat turns out to be a mostly in-the-clinch sport I can't see it getting a mass appeal.
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I'll catch a few scraps (Mir and that Russian dude) but otherwise not much interest. I do hope it does well for parties involved. While I doon't care much for limited forms of combat it is entertainment for many and money in pockets. I don't get the mixed hate for Combat Sports...

Ah well Fans...
 
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