This document provides information about various combat sports including judo, karate, kata, kumite, sumo, taekwondo, and Muay Thai. It defines each sport and lists key aspects like the founder, techniques used, equipment, tournaments, and more. Judo was founded in 1882 by Jigoro Kano and focuses on throwing or pinning opponents. Karate uses kicking, striking, and blocks while kata and kumite refer to forms and sparring. Sumo is Japan's national sport involving pushing opponents out of a ring. Taekwondo originated in Korea and combines foot and fist techniques. Muay Thai is Thailand's national combat sport also known as Thai boxing, using