MMA Rule Changes Overturn 12-to-6 Elbow Ban and Redefine Grounded Fighters

The Association of Boxing Commissions' new rules could impact UFC records and fighter strategies starting November 1.

The ABC voted to eliminate the controversial 12-to-6 elbow rule, effective November 1.
Jon Jones, whose sole career loss was due to this rule, calls for his record to be amended.
The definition of a grounded fighter now excludes hands or feet touching the canvas.
Individual state athletic commissions must adopt these changes for them to be official.
The new rules aim to reduce referee discretion and clarify combat regulations.