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About the Competition
Two sides. One topic. Strong arguments and sharper thinking.
Cross Fire is a technical debate competition designed to evaluate communication, technical knowledge, critical thinking, confidence, and the ability to defend an argument under pressure.
Competition Format
Round 1: Group Discussion
- Participants are divided into groups and given a technical or business-related topic.
- Preparation time and discussion time will follow the organizers' schedule.
- Participants are evaluated on communication, knowledge, confidence, relevance, listening, and teamwork.
- The top 50% of participants qualify individually for the next round.
Round 2: Technical Debate
- Participants receive opposing sides of a topic.
- Preparation time: 5–10 minutes.
- Both sides receive equal speaking time.
- The top 6 participants advance to the final round.
Round 3: Final Challenge
- Finalists receive a surprise topic or counter-question.
- Time limit: 5 minutes.
- Participants must present and defend their arguments using logical reasoning and relevant technical knowledge.
Rules
- Personal attacks, offensive language, and irrelevant arguments are prohibited.
- Participants must respect opposing viewpoints.
- Judges evaluate logical thinking, technical knowledge, relevance, and the ability to defend an argument.
- Judges' decisions are final.
Think critically. Speak confidently. Defend your position.