Overview

• Idris Abdurashidov, a Russian MMA fighter, used an illegal head kick during a boxing match against Iranian Bagher Faraji in Phuket, Thailand.
• Bagher Faraji, who was leading the fight, was knocked out by the kick, resulting in Abdurashidov's immediate disqualification.
• Abdurashidov claims he has been banned for life from boxing, although official confirmation of this ban is yet to be verified.
• Fans and commentators have criticized Abdurashidov's actions, with some calling for a ban across all combat sports due to the dangerous nature of the kick.
• Despite the incident, Abdurashidov and Faraji reportedly reconciled with a handshake, but the controversy has sparked a debate on sportsmanship and discipline in combat sports.