How points work in wrestling

2 points

From a neutral position (both standing with neither wrestler having control) a wrestler gains control over his opponent down on the mat while the supporting parts of either wrestler are inbounds.

When the defensive wrestler comes from the bottom position and gains control of his opponent, either on the mat or in a rear standing position, while the supporting points of either wrestler are inbounds.

1 point

When a defensive (bottom) wrestler gains a neutral position and his opponent has lost control while at least one wrestler is inbounds.

2 or 3 points

When near fall criterion is met for 2 seconds. Near fall criterion is:
when any part of both shoulders or scapula of the defensive wrestler are held for a least 2 seconds within four inches of the mat;
or when one shoulder or scapula is touching the mat with the other shoulder or scapula held at an angle of 45 degrees or less.
If the near fall criterion is met for two continuous seconds, 2 points are awarded when the defensive wrestler is out of the predicament. If near fall criterion is met for five continuous seconds a 3 point near fall is awarded when the defensive wrestler is out of the near fall situation.