I would like to post here what I accidently found ...I think it is disgusting -adults enjoy themselves watching how two kids /12 or 13 y/o/ fight and one of them crushes the face and the head of the other kid.
I think these kinds of"BATTLES' have to be prohibited and I do not think it is SPORT

YouTube - Boy Muay Thai 2

ScottGem

I'm not really a fan of martial arts competititons, but many people are. In this instance, its apparentally monitored and controlled to some extent. But its not my cup of tea.

nicespringgirl

U don't really hit ppl that hard, it should all be under control. That's how we do in Asian countries.
I have my black belt on martial arts, never injuried, depends on ur purpose of practicing it as well.

U r asking for is it part of western cultures? Good question?
LOL