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Article 9: Competition Commands

1. The command ‘SEDIA’ (Get Ready) is used to alert both athletes and all competition
officials to be ready as the match is about to begin. The command shall be used
throughout the match.

2. The command ‘MULAI’ (Start) is used each time a match is started or continued. This
command is used together with the hand signal.

3. The command ‘TI’ (Stop) is used to stop the match.
a. “Ti” derives from the word “Henti” or “Berhenti”, which means To Stop.

4. The command ‘PASANG’, or ‘LANGKAH’ are used as guidance.

5. The start and the end of each round is marked by a strike on the Gong.

Explanation:

1. When beginning a match, the Wasit first calls the athletes to their starting lines.

2. When restarting the match, the Wasit should check that both athletes are properly
composed. Athletes jumping up and down or otherwise fidgeting must be stilled before
match can recommence. The Wasit must restart the match with the minimum of delay.

3. Match will restart at the same position where Wasit stops

4. Match will restart in the centre of the arena if athlete goes out of the fighting area, injury
treatment and dropping technique.

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