Section 3: Playing Area
The Ring
WBA championship bouts must be conducted in a ring that meets the following specifications:
- Size: The ring must be no smaller than 16 feet square and no larger than 24 feet square, measured inside the ropes. WBA championship bouts require a ring of not less than 18 feet and not more than 22 feet square.
- Floor: The ring floor must be padded with ensolite or a similar closed-cell foam padding of not less than one inch (1") thickness, covered by canvas stretched tightly and laced to the ring platform. The floor must extend at least 18 inches beyond the ropes on all sides.
- Ring Posts: The ring must have four corner posts, padded to a minimum height of 58 inches above the ring floor. Pads must be at least 3 inches thick and made of soft material.
- Ropes: The ring must be enclosed by four ropes, each not less than one inch in diameter, covered with soft material. Ropes must be at heights of approximately 18, 30, 42, and 54 inches from the ring floor, secured to the corner posts.
- Steps: Steps must be provided in at least three corners of the ring for use by boxers, officials, and seconds.
Corner Equipment
Each corner must be equipped with a water bucket, a spit bucket, a stool, and towels. Corners are designated as red (typically the champion's corner) and blue. Neutral corners must be clearly identifiable and free of obstruction.