Starting position: elbows on pads, non-pulling hand grips peg, foot on floor; referee centers grip; Referee starts match with "Ready... Go!"; Win condition: pin opponent's hand to touch pad
Why people argue about this
People often assume that in championship matches, a win is achieved by simply pinning their opponent's arm to the mat for 30 seconds, which they mistakenly believe happens automatically after three rounds. However, the actual rule requires you to actually pin your opponent’s hand to the mat for one full round (90 seconds) to secure a victory in championship matches.
