nyrkkeilyssä

Nyrkkeilyssä is the Finnish word for boxing. It is a combat sport where two people, separated into weight classes, throw punches at each other, usually with gloved hands. The participants aim to score points for clean and effective blows. The sport is governed by a set of rules, and contests are typically divided into rounds.

The objective in boxing is to win by knockout, technical knockout, or by scoring more points than the opponent over a set number of rounds. Points are awarded for punches that land cleanly on the opponent's target areas, which include the front and sides of the head and the torso above the belt. Illegal blows, such as hitting below the belt, kicking, or striking with the elbow, are prohibited.

Professional boxing and amateur boxing have different rule sets. Amateur boxing, often seen in the Olympic Games, typically features more rounds and emphasizes scoring over power, with an emphasis on protective headgear in some categories. Professional boxing matches can have more rounds and are often geared towards a more dramatic conclusion, with knockouts being a common way to win.

Nyrkkeilyssä requires a combination of physical attributes like strength, speed, stamina, and agility, as well as mental qualities such as discipline, strategy, and courage. Boxers train rigorously to develop their punching technique, defensive maneuvers, footwork, and overall fitness. The sport has a long history and is practiced and watched worldwide.