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Similarly, the discussion judges wrestlers like Khabib as foundational to mixed martial arts—a glue that controls and sets up other techniques. Yet, the conversation underscores the importance of using wrestling as a platform for striking or submissions, not just as a dominant, yet boring, ground-and-pound approach.
The Subtle Nuances of Judging and Scoring Fights
The debate about scoring—particularly the 10-point system—is robust and nuanced. The speakers suggest that current subjective interpretations often distort fight assessments. They advocate for a more comprehensive, quantitative system that accounts for impactful strikes, near submissions, control, and damage.