Idi Amin's grandson disqualified from Commonwealth Games boxing after headbutt

Aziz Abdul, the 25-year-old grandson of former Ugandan dictator Idi Amin, saw his Commonwealth Games debut end in controversy in Glasgow. Competing in the super heavyweight division, Abdul was disqualified in the third round of his bout against England's Damar Thomas.

The disqualification stemmed from an accidental headbutt during a clinch, which struck his opponent on the chin. Following the referee's decision, Abdul vehemently protested, stating, "There were many fouls. Holding, elbowing, loads of crap. I can only say that the referee's decision is not right and I am not satisfied."

Abdul then appeared to allude to racial bias, saying, "I am a black African, I know that. That is God's plan. I don't know why the officials are afraid of this fight. Why can't they let this fight continue?" He insisted the headbutt was not intentional.

The controversy continued at the post-fight press conference, where Abdul refused to speak with a representative from the Press Association. When questioned about the reason, a Ugandan official stated, "It's because of the things you said about his grandfather." Abdul had previously expressed pride in his grandfather's legacy, even vowing to become the "new king of Scotland," referencing Idi Amin's past offer to liberate the Scots from the English.

His opponent, Thomas, who is guaranteed at least a bronze medal, expressed disappointment with the stoppage. "That was not the way I wanted to win," the 21-year-old said. For Abdul, however, the Commonwealth Games are now over.

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