Hey! Unfortunately we don't yet have a full-scale article on Buno.
However, here is a short summary of what we know about it so far.
You can also use our COMPARE app to see how Buno stacks up against some other traditional styles of wrestling!
You can also use our COMPARE app to see how Buno stacks up against some other traditional styles of wrestling!
Buno
Buno is a traditional wrestling style, originating from Philippines.It doesn’t allow grips on the opponent's garments, and allows grip fighting/changing grips during the match.
Both wrestlers take an over-under grip, and clasp their hands behind each other's back.
Techniques
Regarding Buno's arsenal of techniques, we know that leg techniques (hooks, sweeps, ect.) and leg grabs are allowed, and that pins, submission holds and striking are not utilized.Objective
Make opponent touch the ground with any part of the body above the knee.Competition
We don't yet know where (on what surface) the matches traditionally take place. We also don't have information about the usual match duration.We don't know if any weight classes are established. Neither, if women are allowed to participate in Buno competitions or not.