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Boxer Abdul - grandson of dictator - disqualified for headbutt

BBC Sport·July 29, 2026
Boxer Abdul - grandson of dictator - disqualified for headbutt

Aziz Abdul, the grandson of Ugandan dictator Idi Amin, was disqualified from his boxing match at the Commonwealth Games. The disqualification occurred after Abdul appeared to headbutt his English opponent during the fight. Abdul's actions led to his immediate removal from the competition, resulting in a loss. The incident has drawn attention to Abdul's family history and his own athletic career.

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