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: Every year, regional qualifying tournaments are held globally to select 16 fighters for the "Final Eliminator".
K-1 established a unified ruleset to level the playing field for different striking backgrounds. K1 World Grand Prix
: Elbow strikes, throws, headbutts, and ground fighting are strictly forbidden. : Every year, regional qualifying tournaments are held
: Punches, kicks, and knee strikes are standard. : Every year