What is the protocol for restarts after an injury in a wrestling match?

When a wrestling match is interrupted due to an injury, the protocol dictates that the match resumes from the position where it was stopped. This ensures that any advantage gained prior to the stoppage is maintained, and it reflects the continuous nature of wrestling as a contest. By restarting from the exact spot, both wrestlers can effectively continue their competition, preserving the integrity of the match.

Resuming from a neutral position would not accurately represent the circumstances of the match prior to the injury. Disqualification of the injured wrestler is not an automatic consequence of an injury; it typically occurs in cases of severe infractions rather than injury-related pauses. Restarting with a whistle signal is often part of the match protocol, but it does not address the specific situation of resuming after an injury. Thus, resuming from the position where the match was stopped aligns with the rules and principles governing the sport.