An Olympic boxing match consists of a total of three rounds, each lasting about three minutes with a one-minute rest period in between. This structure emphasizes both skill and endurance as athletes try to outscore their opponents within a limited time frame. The number of rounds can vary in other boxing formats, but Olympic matches are designed to encourage strategic thinking and tactical prowess. Judges score the rounds based on the quality of punches landed, overall ring control, and effective aggression, ultimately determining the winner through combined scores from all rounds.