pin-fall wrestling

Pin-fall wrestling is a style of wrestling where the objective is to hold an opponent in a position, typically on their back, for a measurable amount of time. This differs from a "touch-fall," which requires the opponent to be in a specific position for only an instant. A "near-fall" is a specific type of pin that scores points, achieved by holding both shoulders within two inches of the mat for at least two seconds, or pinning both shoulders for more than one but less than two seconds. Wrestling itself is a sport practiced by two competitors involving forcing an opponent to touch the ground with a part of their body other than their feet, or holding them in a specific position for a minimum duration. Various styles of wrestling have existed since antiquity, with modern international competition often featuring "loose styles" where contestants are free to choose their grips, with some exceptions.12