Falls Count Anywhere / Hardcore Match / Street Fight

All of these stipulations allow for victory solely by pinfall or submission, without the possibility of disqualification (DQ) or count-out. As suggested by the name "Falls Count Anywhere," falls can occur anywhere in the arena, not just within the ring.

Differences in Focus

While these matches share similar rules, there are subtle distinctions:

Falls Count Anywhere Match: Emphasizes the action occurring in various locations around the arena and backstage. The primary focus is on the match's mobility rather than the use of weapons.
Hardcore Match: Focuses heavily on the use of weapons and other extreme objects, creating a more violent atmosphere.
Street Fight Match: Typically features wrestlers in casual clothes and often includes weapons. The name of the match may reference the city where it takes place (e.g., "Chicago Street Fight Match") or specific holidays (e.g., "Miracle on 34th Street Fight" during Christmas or "Trick or Street Fight" for Halloween), sometimes with themed weapons. A variant called the Boot Camp Match may also be used, set in a battleground-like environment.

Other Variants

Empty Arena Match: Takes place in an arena devoid of fans, with only the wrestlers, referee, cameramen, and occasionally commentators present.
Submissions Count Anywhere Match: Combines the Falls Count Anywhere stipulation with the Submission Match rules, meaning that submissions can occur anywhere in the arena, not just in the ring.
Fans Bring the Weapons Match: A high-risk hardcore match where wrestlers use various blunt objects provided by audience members during the contest. This match format was first introduced in ECW n the mid-1990s.
Deathmatch & Other Extreme Matches: See this page for a list of other extreme stipulations that are less known and typical of hardcore promotions.