In a shocking turn of events, Russian MMA fighter Idris Abdurashidov Idris Abdurashidov has been suspended for life from boxing after delivering an illegal head kick that knocked out his opponent during his debut fight. The incident occurred on Sunday, October 20 during a boxing match . unofficially in Phuket, Thailand, where Abdurashidov faced the undefeated Iranian fighter Bagher Faraji.
Abdurashidov, aged 21-year-old Abdurashidovwho boasts an impressive 4-0 record in mixed martial arts and all of his victories have come by first round knockout, made a risky transition to boxing. However, the fight took an unexpected and controversial turn in the fourth round. When Abdurashidov found himself cornered, he called upon his MMA instincts and landed a powerful kick to Faraji’s head, a move that is strictly forbidden in boxing. The blow knocked Faraji unconscious on the canvas, and the referee immediately stopped the fight, disqualifying Abdurashidov on the spot.
Lifetime Ban and Social Networking Backlash
Shortly after the match, Abdurashidov took to Instagram to post a video of the knockout, seemingly unfazed by the disqualification. He captioned the video in Russian and it translated as: “This is what my pro boxing debut was like: disqualified for life – that kick I threw was like a machine gun!”.
The post generated swift criticism from fans and fellow fighters. One commenter wrote: “You were embarrassing yourself and had to cheat. Pathetic. Glad you got banned for life.” Another added: “You threw the kick and got away. If the fight had lasted another 30 seconds, you would have been knocked out.”
Despite the backlash, Abdurashidov followed up his initial post with another photo of himself shaking Faraji’s hand, accompanied by a caption indicating that the two fighters had made peace after the fight. “We shook hands, everything was left in the ring. We made peace.”, he wrote, trying to dispel the tension surrounding the incident.
The Rise And Fall Of Idris Abdurashidov
Born in Chechnya, Russia, Abdurashidov quickly made a name for himself in the world of mixed martial arts. At just 21 years old, he amassed an undefeated record of 4-0, with all of his wins coming by first round knockout . Two of his victories were particularly noteworthy, finishing his opponents in just 18 y 22 sec, respectively. Known for his aggressive fighting style, it is not surprising that he has earned the nickname of the “Aggressor.”.
However, his MMA skills did not translate well to the boxing ring. While his MMA record is impressive, Abdurashidov lacked the discipline necessary to abide by the rules of Boxing. His illegal head kick during the fight with Faraji was a clear indication that his MMA reflexes took over in a moment of desperation.
In his brief boxing debut, Abdurashidov was fighting Faraji, who was also undefeated in his career. In the fourth round, Abdurashidov appeared to be having trouble with boxing rhythm and strategy, leading him to make the fateful decision to use a move straight out of his MMA playbook. The illegal strike not only cost him the fight but also his boxing future.
A Career In Limbo
Following the disqualification, Abdurashidov’s future in combat sports is uncertain. While he remains undefeated in MMA with a perfect record, his reputation has taken a hit due to the boxing incident. The lifetime ban from boxing is a major setback for someone who was looking to expand his fighting repertoire beyond the cage.
Abdurashidov also has a 3-0 record in Muay Thai, another combat sport that allows kicks, which could explain his natural inclination to resort to kicking during a difficult moment in a boxing match. However, the nature of his disqualification has led some critics to call for harsher penalties, including a possible ban from other combat sports.
One commentator on social media even suggested: “You should be banned from all combat sports. What you did was not only against the rules; it was dangerous and reckless.”
Final Thoughts
Idris Abdurashidov’s attempt to break into the boxing world ended in disaster, but his MMA career remains intact…for now. The 21-year-old fighter’s actions in the ring have sparked heated debate about the crossover between combat sports and the ability of fighters to switch disciplines without fully adapting to the rules.
For now, Abdurashidov continues to compete in MMA, where his aggressive style and knockout power make him a formidable opponent. However, his recent disqualification raises questions about his ability to keep his composure under pressure and follow the rules when the going gets tough.
Whether or not this incident will affect his future in MMA remains to be seen, but for the moment, one thing is clear: Idris Abdurashidov’s boxing career was over before it really began.
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