2.1 Eligibility

• Minimum age: 18 years
• Must complete OWL registration
• Must upload valid ID
• Must pass medical screening
• Must agree to OWL Safety & Conduct Agreement
• Must participate in OWL Trials to qualify for Auction

2.2 Required Documents

• Government ID
• Age proof
• Medical fitness certificate
• Wrestling achievement certificates (optional)

3.1 Trial Evaluations

Athletes are tested on:

• Grappling Technique
• Defense & Escape
• Strength & Conditioning
• Safe Power Moves
• Control & Ground Skills
• Match IQ & Strategy
• Promo / Mic Skill
• Ring Psychology
• Discipline & Conduct

3.2 Qualification to Auction

• There is NO minimum points requirement.
• Top athletes from every weight category qualify for the Auction.

For example:

This ensures:

3.3 Trial Score Sheet

Each wrestler receives an OWL Trials Evaluation Sheet (PDF) with breakdown scores.

4.1 Bid Categories & Base Prices

• A Category – $35,000
• B Category – $20,000
• C Category – $10,000
• D Category – $6,000

4.2 Category Assignment Based On

• Trial Ranking
• Weekly Performance Video Score
• Technical Judges’ Evaluation
• Experience & Career Achievements
• Social Engagement Score

4.3 Auction Rules

• Teams must stay within OWL Salary Cap
• Bidding is open category-wise
• Highest bidder signs wrestler for the season
• Both men and women are included in the same auction format

5.1 Allowed Video Types

• Wrestling drills
• Sparring clips
• Power/strength training
• Technical skill development
• Promo / mic performance videos

5.2 Video Rules

• Duration: 30 sec – 5 min
• No music or copyrighted audio
• Cannot be uploaded on any other social platform
• Maximum 4 uploads per month eligible for scoring

5.3 Video Points

• Weekly Upload: +10 points
• Monthly Featured Video: +50 points

These points impact:

• Category A/B/C/D assignment
• Auction value
• Matchday opportunities
• Season ranking

6.1 Number of Bouts

Every team match includes 8 bouts:

• 4 Men’s bouts
• 4 Women’s bouts

6.2 Match Duration

Total: 12 minutes

• Round 1: 6 minutes
• Round 2: 6 minutes

Break: 90 seconds

6.3 Victory Methods

• Pinfall
• Submission
• Technical Superiority
• Points Win
• Referee Stoppage
• Opponent Disqualification

7.1 Allowed Moves

• Takedowns
• Mat control
• Holds & locks
• Safe, controlled power moves
• Lifts & throws approved in OWL Move Safety Book
• Signature moves (pre-approved)

7.2 Illegal Moves

• Neck-drop slams
• Direct head spikes
• Punching / kicking to head
• Eye gouging
• Hair pulling
• Groin attacks
• Any weapon use
• Unapproved dives or flips
• Outside interference

Referee may stop the match immediately for safety.

8.1 Bout Result Points

• Pinfall Win: +6
• Submission Win: +5
• Technical Superiority: +4
• Win by Points: +3
• Draw: +1
• Loss: 0

8.2 Bonus Points

• Clean Signature Move Execution: +1
• Comeback Round Win: +1

8.3 Penalties

• Illegal Move: -1
• Referee Warning: -1
• Team Interference: -3

Team with highest total points wins the match.

• Match wins
• Team scoring points
• Bonus points
• Player performance index
• Weekly video score
• Fan engagement score

Top 4 teams advance to Playoffs.

• Mandatory pre-match medical check
• Immediate stoppage for injury
• Strict concussion protocol
• Only approved moves allowed
• Medical team present ringside
• Any unsafe behavior leads to fines or suspension

• No unsportsmanlike behavior
• No disrespect to referees, officials, or staff
• No backstage fights
• No abusive language
• Bad conduct may lead to:
• Warnings
• Fines
• Suspension
• Disqualification