eli5: Why do combat sports rules disallow punches to the back of the head? Is it more sensitive as opposed to the forehead?

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eli5: Why do combat sports rules disallow punches to the back of the head? Is it more sensitive as opposed to the forehead?

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Base of the spine connects to the brain stem. Blows to the back of the head carry a very real chance of death or severe brain damage.

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