How long are professional fights and rounds?
Rule- South Africa
- Boxing South Africa
- Professional boxing
- All ages
- Boxing Regulations 2004 (amended)
- 2026
- Fans
Under regulation 19 of the Boxing Regulations:
- The promoter and boxers agree the number of rounds, subject to Boxing SA approval, but no fight may exceed 12 rounds.
- Rounds are a maximum of 3 minutes for men and 2 minutes for women, with 1 minute's rest between rounds (boxers stay in the ring).
- Time lost when the referee stops the action doesn't count towards the round.
| Title | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| South African | 12 rounds × 3 min | 10 rounds × 2 min |
| Provincial | 10 rounds × 3 min | 8 rounds × 2 min |
| International | As agreed between Boxing SA and the international body |
Added 22 Oct 2026