TKO

TKO, or Technical Knockout, is a term used in boxing and martial arts to indicate that a fighter cannot continue the match safely, even if they haven't been knocked unconscious. This decision is typically made by the referee or ringside doctor, often due to severe injury, continuous hitting, or the fighter's inability to defend themselves. Unlike a traditional knockout where the fighter is rendered unconscious by a blow, TKO reflects a situation where continuing the fight could be dangerous, and the match is stopped to protect the fighter's health.