Aziz Abdul, a Ugandan super heavyweight boxer and grandson of former Ugandan leader Idi Amin, has accused boxing officials of racial bias following his disqualification during a match against England’s Damar Thomas. The incident occurred in the third round of their fight, where Abdul was penalized and ultimately disqualified for headbutting.

Abdul, 25, who carries the nickname Ringo, expressed strong dissatisfaction with the referee's decision. He challenged the ruling, asserting that it was unjust and influenced by bias. “I’m a black African. It’s God’s plan,” Abdul said, suggesting that the judgment was unfair compared to how fouls committed by English boxers are handled. He claimed that Thomas had committed multiple fouls during the fight without corresponding penalties and contested the outcome by pointing to what he described as inconsistent officiating. Abdul further maintained that he never intentionally headbutted his opponent.

Adding a layer of personal context to the bout, Abdul referenced his grandfather’s legacy and unusual claim to royalty, stating that he sought to become “the new King of Scotland,” a nod to Idi Amin’s past assertions regarding a monarchial title.

The fight’s termination in the third round followed the referee’s assessment that Abdul had delivered an illegal headbutt, a call that effectively ended the contest in favor of Thomas. Officials have yet to issue a detailed statement explaining the disqualification decision.

While Abdul alleges racial prejudice influenced the outcome, the match officials have not publicly responded to the accusations. Such disputes over officiating in boxing matches often generate debate about fairness and consistency in applying rules, especially in high-stakes bouts featuring fighters from diverse backgrounds.