In SPORT:
you are fighting a pre arranged match,
with rules,
time limit,
a safe environment such as padded ring, mats, or cage,
protective gear,
and weight categories
In STREET SELF DEFENCE:
you are taken by surprise, even if you are prepared for the possibility
there are no rules
there is no time limit
you are not in a safe environment, most likely the opposite
you are not wearing protective gear unless you specifically went out in some
we presume the attacker is bigger, stronger and heavier
ALSO - A street attack may involve
weapons
multiple attackers
multiple attackers with weapons
