Aziz Abdul, the grandson of former Ugandan president Idi Amin, faced a challenging setback in his pursuit of Commonwealth boxing gold, as he was disqualified for a headbutt during his quarter-final match on Wednesday.
Amin famously declared himself the “King of Scotland” in 1976, captivated by the nation, a declaration that inspired the Oscar-winning film, “The Last King Of Scotland.”
Arriving in Glasgow, Aziz expressed his ambition to become “the new king of Scotland.”
However, he exited the ring to jeers after a tumultuous bout against England’s Damar Thomas in the super-heavyweight division.
In the first round, Aziz showcased his skill with three powerful left hooks, yet a quick left from Thomas resulted in a standing count that visibly frustrated Aziz.
Throughout the second round, he struggled, earning a deduction for persistently striking Thomas in the face during a clinch.
As the fight slipped away on the scorecards, Aziz received a final warning midway through the last round for a headbutt that prompted boos from the audience.
After the match, Aziz voiced his discontent, stating, “This referee’s decision is not right, and I am not happy.” He added, “It feels unfair. If you observe the previous fights involving England, their boxers often commit fouls.”
