1. A. Rules for Shorts/trunks Worn in Competition.

   1. (1) Fighters shall wear shorts approved by the Commission;
   2. (2) Rules for male and female fighters are the same.
   3. (3) The hem of trunks shall not extend below the mid-thigh;
   4. (4) Long pants or leggings are prohibited.
   5. (5) Compression shorts may be worn under the approved fight trunks, but they may not extend down the leg below the bottom of the trunks.
2. B. Male fighters shall not wear any form of clothing on their upper body.

3. C. Clothing Rules for Female Fighters.

   1. (1) Female fighters shall wear short sleeved (above the elbow) or sleeveless form fitting rash guard and or sports bra.
   2. (2) No loose-fitting tops shall be allowed.
   3. (3) The use of breast protectors is optional for female fighters as determined by the Commission.
   4. (4) Female fighters shall follow the same requirements for bottom coverings as male fighters, minus the requirement for groin protection.
4. D. No clothing worn in the ring shall have exposed Velcro, clasps, pockets, zippers, or other items that may be harmful to the fighter or their opponent.
5. E. Fighters shall not wear shoes in the cage or ring.
6. F. When deemed necessary by the referee, or Commission, all fighters shall have their hair secured in a manner that does not interfere with the vision and safety of either fighter.
7. G. No object can be worn to secure the fighter’s hair which may cause injury to their opponent.
8. H. The wearing of jewelry will be strictly prohibited during all contests.
9. I. Fighters may wear an inscribed cloth, an amulet, or an inscribed charm around the upper arm or strung around the waist, but neatly wrapped and covered with cloth.
10. J. Wrapping the ankles or legs with pieces of cloth is prohibited.
11. K. If during the contest, the Pra Jiad (arm band) loosens or moves in a way that may be harmful, or a distraction, it may be removed at the discretion of the referee.

12. L. Cosmetics

    1. (1) Body cosmetics are any product applied to the body for cleansing, beautifying, or altering appearance and shall be prohibited during all contests.
    2. (2) Facial cosmetics are products used improve the appearance of the face, and. the use of such products shall be at the discretion of the Commission and/or referee.

13. M. Protective Garments.

    1. (1) Other than the fighter’s hands, as previously listed, there will be no taping, covering, or protective gear of any kind on the upper body, which includes but is not limited to:

       1. (a) Joint sleeves;
       2. (b) Padding; and
       3. (c) Any form of brace or body gauze/tape.

    2. (2) Ankle joint sleeves:

       1. (a) A fighter may use one soft neoprene type sleeves to cover each ankle joint; and
       2. (b) Approved sleeves may not have padding, Velcro, plastic, metal, ties, or any other material considered to be unsafe or that may create an unfair advantage.
14. N. Tape and gauze, or any materials other than the approved sleeves, are not permitted on the lower body.
15. O. The allowable length and color of sleeves shall be determined by the Commission.
16. P. A Muay Thai contestant shall have properly trimmed fingernails and toenails.

Authority: Business Regulations Article, §§4-205, 4-301, and 4-303, Annotated Code of Maryland

Effective date: September 29, 2025 (52:19 Md. R. 956)