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Bare-Knuckle & Slap Fighting guide

How Power Slap Works: Rules and Scoring

Power Slap explained: how slap-fighting matches are structured, who strikes when, what counts as a foul and how judges score a match.

Facts last verified: Oct 18, 2026

Power Slap is a slap-fighting league created by Dana White and streamed on Rumble.

Match format

Two competitors take turns. One strikes with a single open-hand slap while the other stands and receives it; then they switch. Each exchange makes up a round, and matches are scheduled for three rounds, or five for a title.

Winning

A match ends early if the defender is knocked out or cannot continue. Otherwise, judges score each round on the 10-point must system.

Fouls

Strikes must land with an open hand in the permitted target area. Clubbing (using the heel of the palm), flinching or blocking can be penalized.

Scoring and fouls

ItemRule
ScoringThree judges score each round on a 10-point must system
KnockoutEnds the match immediately
FoulsClubbing (hitting with the heel of the hand), flinching or improper stance can cost points
Title matchesMore rounds than regular matches

Power Slap’s divisions run from women’s flyweight to super heavyweight. Its champions and recent main events are listed on our Power Slap results page. We cover the league for completeness and are open about the safety concerns around it.

FAQ

Is Power Slap the same as bare-knuckle boxing?

No. Power Slap uses single, alternating open-hand slaps; bare-knuckle boxing is a full boxing match without gloves.

Where can I watch Power Slap?

Power Slap events stream on Rumble.