is done by clapping 3 times with right palm to the triangle shaped hole formed while bending the left arm. The clapping hand must be in form of a cup, while the left hand must be placed under the right armpit. The lekkha moun is done at the beginning of the Lethwei yay and can also be done while fighting. This invitation to fight is inspired from the birds of prey, like the eagle, as they flap their wings when flying and hunting. Lethwei yay The Lethwei yay could be described as a fight dance. It is performed before the fight as a way to showcase the fighter's skills and as a victory dance after the fight. The lekkha moun is usually confused with the lethwei yay, but the lekkha moun is done along with the Lethwei yay. Before modernisation, especially in colonial times, the pre-fight dance was more commonly referred to as han yay (ဟန်ရေး). Performed in accordance with the tempo of the traditional orchestra (ဆိုင်း), it incorporated a much more elaborate dance and show of skills. Boastful poetry was sometimes recited along with the dance. Rules Permitted techniques Headbutts All punches All elbow strikes All knee strikes All kicks Extensive clinching Sweeps, throws and takedowns The use of the feet, hands, knees, elbows and head is permitted. Rounds Each bout can be booked as a 3, 4 or 5 round fight with 3 minutes per round and a 2-minute break in between rounds. Championship bouts are 5 round fights with 3 minutes per round and a 2-minute break between rounds. Fighting attire The Burmese bareknuckle boxing rules prohibits the use of gloves. The fighters must only wear tape, gauze and electrical tape on their hands and feet. The fighters shall wear only shorts, without a shirt or shoes. The fighters must wear a groin protector. The fighters must wear a gum shield. The fighters are required to apply the wrapping in front of the fight officials, who will endorse the wraps. Referee One referee oversees the fight. The referee has the power to: End the fight if he considers one fighter to be significantly outclassed by his opponent. Stop the fight and refer to the doctor if a fighter is heavily wounded. Warn the fighters. He makes sure the fight proceeds fairly and in compliance with the rules. Traditional rules The traditional rules, also known as yoe yar