Blood time shall not exceed a maximum of _________ cumulative minutes.

Blood time in wrestling is a specific period allowed for a wrestler to receive medical attention for bleeding injuries. The rules established by the NFHS (National Federation of State High School Associations) dictate that blood time shall not exceed a maximum of 5 cumulative minutes during a match. This limit is in place to ensure the safety of the athletes while maintaining the pace and integrity of the competition.

If a wrestler is bleeding, the match is stopped to address the injury, and the time spent treating the injury counts against this total. If the cumulative blood time exceeds 5 minutes, the wrestler must forfeit the match. This regulation is important for protecting athletes' health while also ensuring that the competition is fair and efficient.