How is a match won by disqualification?

A match is won by disqualification when a wrestler commits an egregious foul that violates the rules of the sport. This type of foul typically involves actions that are dangerous or unsportsmanlike, such as striking an opponent, illegal holds, or other serious infractions that compromise the integrity of the match and the safety of the participants. When such a violation occurs, the referee has the authority to disqualify the offending wrestler, resulting in their opponent being declared the winner of the match without the need for further scoring or wrestling.

Other choices do not pertain directly to the circumstances that lead to a disqualification. For example, winning a match by scoring the most points is the standard competitive outcome of a wrestling match, while a referee's decision may relate to other rules or scoring issues rather than a disqualification. Finally, leaving the mat area may lead to penalties or pauses in the match, but it does not directly result in a disqualification unless it is part of an egregious offense.