Seconds
Seconds is a Muay Thai rules term. The cornermen permitted to assist a fighter between rounds. IFMA holds the fighter responsible for their seconds' conduct and restricts water to a spray bottle only. It is also written Corner and Cornermen. Related terms: Phi liang and Fouls. Thai spellings and pronunciations vary between transliteration systems.
Meaning
- Seconds
- The cornermen permitted to assist a fighter between rounds. IFMA holds the fighter responsible for their seconds' conduct and restricts water to a spray bottle only.
| Term | Seconds |
|---|---|
| Also written | Corner, Cornermen |
| Category | Rules |
Sources: muaythai.sport ↗
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Questions about Seconds
What does Seconds mean in Muay Thai?
The cornermen permitted to assist a fighter between rounds. IFMA holds the fighter responsible for their seconds' conduct and restricts water to a spray bottle only.
What are other spellings of Seconds?
It is also written Corner and Cornermen. Transliteration from Thai varies.
What terms are related to Seconds?
Related terms: Phi liang and Fouls.
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