Amir Khan banned for two years after anti-doping test reveals presence of prohibited substance

[MenInG]

Amir Khan has confirmed that he is considering retirement after Kell Brook ruthlessly dismantled his foe in a Manchester thriller.

Both Khan and Brook were rocked as their 20-year feud finally came to a halt.

Though the bout slowly turned into pure domination for Brook before referee Victor Loughlin stepped in in the sixth round.

The pair embraced at the end of the bout, finally showing each other respect and Khan is now considering retirement after an 18-year career.

Kell Brook revealed that he and Amir Khan buried their decade-long feud after the fight and even lined up a future coffee date.

And even though Brook got the better of his former foe, he still found time to praise Khan for his brave display.

Brook told Behind the glove: "I said, 'Listen, you've got the heart of a lion'. He took some big shots.

"I said, 'Listen, let's just put that to bed now'. We both said we're going to put that to bed and maybe have a coffee one time."

Kell Brook had 'I told ya' written on his hand wraps.

He really did after that display.

The Sheffield star pummelled his fierce rival Khan as the fight wore on, and what emotion he showed at the end.

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[shaz619]

AMIR KHAN has confirmed he has RETIRED after Kell Brook ruthlessly dismantled his foe in a Manchester thriller.

Both Khan and Brook were rocked as their 20-year feud finally came to a halt.

Though the bout slowly turned into pure domination for Brook before referee Victor Loughlin stepped in in the sixth round.

The pair embraced at the end of the bout, finally showing each other respect and Khan is now considering retirement after an 18-year career.

Kell Brook revealed that he and Amir Khan buried their decade-long feud after the fight and even lined up a future coffee date.

And even though Brook got the better of his former foe, he still found time to praise Khan for his brave display.

Brook told Behind the glove: "I said, 'Listen, you've got the heart of a lion'. He took some big shots.

"I said, 'Listen, let's just put that to bed now'. We both said we're going to put that to bed and maybe have a coffee one time."

Kell Brook had 'I told ya' written on his hand wraps.

He really did after that display.

The Sheffield star pummelled his fierce rival Khan as the fight wore on, and what emotion he showed at the end.

The Sun

He has not officially retired but indicated he is likely to.

His wife convinced him to fight Brook and even prepared him to train with Bo-Mac/Crawford, I was surprised at first when Khan mentioned this but heard it directly from the devils mouth during a sky interview. I think Khan should call it a day but there’s always a chance his wife could get him to fight again unfortunately. Will add more if the retirement is official, and while he lost, Khan is even getting some respect from casuals and haters for showing heart, nothing left to prove.

 

[shortbread]

Rich wannabe's taking on retired boxers is big business nowadays so never say never! KSI vs Amir Khan.... for the right money, who knows. Had the speed, skills and conditioning, but that chin! Inspired a generation of desi lads, albeit very little came out of it.

 

[SpiritOf1903]

Precocious talent whose celebrity took over, World Champion at 22 then a career littered with lucrative beatings and journeymen, with him coming out of semi-retirement for his most ignominious defeat to end his career. Thought he'd end his career like Kotelnik and wouldn't surprise me if Benn or Eubank persuaded him to take another hit.

 

[in_cutter]

Never did justice to he’s talent. A good boxer with a big heart.

Vs Brook he looked defeated as soon as he walked out…was visibly nervous and looking older than he actually is. Should definitely call it a day.

 

[James]

SKY SPORTS — Amir Khan has strongly hinted that he will retire after his stoppage loss to Kell Brook on Saturday in Manchester.

Brook battered Khan until the referee stepped in to bring an end to the grudge match between the two 35-year-olds in the sixth round.

Khan, who rose to stardom by winning a silver medal as a 17-year-old at 2004 Olympics before becoming a world champion at the age of 22, confirmed he is considering his future.

"I've had 40 fights, winning two world titles, fighting in America and around the world," Khan told Sky Sports. "I need to sit down with my family. But it is more towards the end of my career.

"The love for the sport isn't there anymore.

"In the ring, I didn't have excitement and that push.

"That's maybe a sign that I should call it a day. But let's see."

 

[PakLFC]

There is no legacy here to remember. It is only due to his Pakistani background that we care about him. Other then that after his retirement no boxing pundit will even consider him to be worth mentioning.

 

[Ahmad-GERMANFC]

He has not officially retired but indicated he is likely to.

His wife convinced him to fight Brook and even prepared him to train with Bo-Mac/Crawford, I was surprised at first when Khan mentioned this but heard it directly from the devils mouth during a sky interview. I think Khan should call it a day but there’s always a chance his wife could get him to fight again unfortunately. Will add more if the retirement is official, and while he lost, Khan is even getting some respect from casuals and haters for showing heart, nothing left to prove.

These are Amir’s words:

‘When I first said to her I wanted the Kell Brook fight, she asked me if I was sure and said she would only let me do it if I trained really hard and took it seriously.’

‘She would speak to BoMac and ask about my sparring and training. When she knew I was training hard, she came around to the idea.’

If anything she made it happen that he took fight seriously unlike the Lamon Peterson fight and a few others.

I hope in retirement he spends most of his time with his family and uses the time productively.

 

[ElRaja]

won an olympic medal at 17, world champ in early twenties, first brit pak to be nationally recognisable, first world class brit pak sportsman. did some silly stuff but never tried to be someone he wasn't. did a load for charities.

unless you were a young britpak who grew up before there was any famour britpak you wont know that he has had a significant legacy.

unfort too many of our love to hate needlessly, was he the best boxer? obviously not. but did he ever duck anyone, or was he boring, nope, for better or worse he'll be remembered for a long time.

hope he has a good life after boxing.

 

[Technics 1210]

How much did Khan make in his last fight?

A promising talent, but turned out to be an embarrassment after his public tiff with his wife on social media. He lost all respect then and has become a laughing stock.

 

[Zaz]

Hes got a great legacy

Because of him so many pakistanis and south asians have taken a interest in the sport

He was the trendsetter for his people in that regards The first brit pakistani boxing star from a working class background

Hope he enjoys retirement

 

[shaz619]

These are Amir’s words:

‘When I first said to her I wanted the Kell Brook fight, she asked me if I was sure and said she would only let me do it if I trained really hard and took it seriously.’

‘She would speak to BoMac and ask about my sparring and training. When she knew I was training hard, she came around to the idea.’

If anything she made it happen that he took fight seriously unlike the Lamon Peterson fight and a few others.

I hope in retirement he spends most of his time with his family and uses the time productively.

Here’s the link actually from sky sports interview:

https://www.skysports.com/watch/vid...wife-faryal-makhdoom-sparked-kell-brook-fight

“Sky Sports News' Craig Slater sits down for a Valentine's Day chat with Amir Khan's wife Faryal Makhdoom, who reveals she was instrumental in making the fight with Kell Brook.”

He was in two minds about it and she said to him you’re still young and got it in you and even mentioned the possibility of future opponents such as Danny Garcia opposed to retirement!

This is first time I’ve come across a fighters wife who would rather they continue opposed to settle down even so late in their career, I wonder why..

 

[shaz619]

How much did Khan make in his last fight?

A promising talent, but turned out to be an embarrassment after his public tiff with his wife on social media. He lost all respect then and has become a laughing stock.

5 million minimum, when they add the gate and split from PPV it will likely get close to something like 7 million

 

[MenInG]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-partner="tweetdeck"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Former cricket agent Mazhar Majeed walking in with Amir Khan ahead of his fight yesterday with Kell Brook <a href="https://t.co/Ps1i3t3AtU">pic.twitter.com/Ps1i3t3AtU</a></p>— Saj Sadiq (@SajSadiqCricket) <a href="https://twitter.com/SajSadiqCricket/status/1495340492376182784?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 20, 2022</a></blockquote>
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[Ahmad-GERMANFC]

Here’s the link actually from sky sports interview:

https://www.skysports.com/watch/vid...wife-faryal-makhdoom-sparked-kell-brook-fight

“Sky Sports News' Craig Slater sits down for a Valentine's Day chat with Amir Khan's wife Faryal Makhdoom, who reveals she was instrumental in making the fight with Kell Brook.”

He was in two minds about it and she said to him you’re still young and got it in you and even mentioned the possibility of future opponents such as Danny Garcia opposed to retirement!

This is first time I’ve come across a fighters wife who would rather they continue opposed to settle down even so late in their career, I wonder why..

Well another interview he is saying something else. Par for the course for him.

 

[SpiritOf1903]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-partner="tweetdeck"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Former cricket agent Mazhar Majeed walking in with Amir Khan ahead of his fight yesterday with Kell Brook <a href="https://t.co/Ps1i3t3AtU">pic.twitter.com/Ps1i3t3AtU</a></p>— Saj Sadiq (@SajSadiqCricket) <a href="https://twitter.com/SajSadiqCricket/status/1495340492376182784?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 20, 2022</a></blockquote>
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The fixer?!

 

[mazkhan]

Khan sometimes doesn't do himself any favours .

Whats he doing hanging around with mazhar majeed,?

 

[Cpt. Rishwat]

won an olympic medal at 17, world champ in early twenties, first brit pak to be nationally recognisable, first world class brit pak sportsman. did some silly stuff but never tried to be someone he wasn't. did a load for charities.

unless you were a young britpak who grew up before there was any famour britpak you wont know that he has had a significant legacy.

unfort too many of our love to hate needlessly, was he the best boxer? obviously not. but did he ever duck anyone, or was he boring, nope, for better or worse he'll be remembered for a long time.

hope he has a good life after boxing.

Probably the best answer to the actual question posed in the OP. Meteoric rise to fame, and he did win two world title belts during that so he can always be proud of that. He took his eye off the ball in his later years and wasted that part of his career, but he wouldn't be the first boxer to do that.

Quite telling that he was in two minds about the comeback, says a lot about his self belief at this age. He stopped being a serious boxer by the time he hit 30.

 

[MenInG]

The fixer?!

Yes.

 

[Sidilicious]

Hugely talented guy, who didn't do justice to his talent.

It was fun to watch him in his prime, but money and fame got to him.

Still, a genuine lad with his flaws (like all of us). He has done a lot of poor kids in the north.

That should be his legacy. Not the his fighting record. Fighting record is never a legacy. Its the impact you have on the world.

 

[WhenSultansBowled]

He won an authentic war against Maidana.

He went toe to toe against Canelo, which only a few can dream of.

Choosing a good opponent is essential to a boxer's legacy, I think Amir Khan was "anywhere against anyone" kind of boxer and it hurt his legacy.

That said, he can be proud of his achievements.

He should focus on his family and health.

 

[WhenSultansBowled]

How much did Khan make in his last fight?

A promising talent, but turned out to be an embarrassment after his public tiff with his wife on social media. He lost all respect then and has become a laughing stock.

Bruh even an authentic alpha like Imran Khan got Reham'd. It is unfair to judge a man in this day and age by the way he handles 'an empowered / independent woman'.

 

[MenInG]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Just bought myself a little gift &#55357;&#56613; <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/lamborghini?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#lamborghini</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/mansory?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#mansory</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Forgedcarbonfibre?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Forgedcarbonfibre</a> &#55357;&#56488; <a href="https://t.co/sXYfewOcao">pic.twitter.com/sXYfewOcao</a></p>— Amir Khan (@amirkingkhan) <a href="https://twitter.com/amirkingkhan/status/1501254078587969536?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 8, 2022</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

 

[SpiritOf1903]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Just bought myself a little gift &#55357;&#56613; <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/lamborghini?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#lamborghini</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/mansory?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#mansory</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Forgedcarbonfibre?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Forgedcarbonfibre</a> &#55357;&#56488; <a href="https://t.co/sXYfewOcao">pic.twitter.com/sXYfewOcao</a></p>— Amir Khan (@amirkingkhan) <a href="https://twitter.com/amirkingkhan/status/1501254078587969536?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 8, 2022</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Why not take a few bruisings to the face and head...

 

[Saj]

I hope he doesn't opt for a re-match with Brook.

Yes it will be a nice payday and retirement gift, but he is more than likely to receive another beating.

 

[Hassaan HS]

Ricky Hatton: Amir Khan would be making a huge mistake in taking Kell Brook rematch

In his latest column, the British boxing legend offers some advice to Amir Khan amid talk he will now push for a rematch against Kell Brook while also looking ahead to another double bill of Fightzone action.
Too many miles on the clock for Amir

While it looked like he was ready to call it a day after losing to Kell Brook last month, the rumours are that Amir Khan is ready to activate his rematch clause and fight his old rival again.

But I can’t help but think that Amir would be making a massive, massive mistake if he is to do that.

Amir is 35 now and has been in the spotlight since he was 17. I just think there are too many miles on the clock. He has suffered a lot of heavy knockout defeats and been in a lot of wars over the years. Ultimately I think was the main reason for his performance that night against Kell, he just wasn’t at it.It all comes down to that. It’s been a long career for Amir, 40 professional fights against plenty of elite operators.

He has done the country so proud with his accomplishments, winning his Olympic silver medal all those years ago in Athens before becoming a unified world champion by the age of 24. They are phenomenal achievements. His fighting style has entertained us for years.

But I can’t help but think that fighting again would be a massive mistake.
Fightzone back in Scotland

It is another double whammy for Fightzone this weekend as they continue a cracking start to 2022. Friday we are north of the border again with Dean Sutherland in action against Corey McCulloch in an all-Scottish affair.

Dean is really establishing himself in Scotland which is the right thing to do. Undefeated in his 12 fights, he is building himself up on these shows, building up his fanbase and keeps impressing which will lead to bigger and better things down the road. He is heading in the right direction.Vargas looking for statement win in Canada

Sunday takes us international with Samuel Vargas taking on Przemyslaw Runowski for the IBO international welterweight in Canada.

Samuel has mixed it up with some of the very best at welterweight, having shared the ring with the likes of Errol Spence Jr, Amir Khan, Vergil Ortiz and Danny Garcia – he gave Amir some real trouble that night after putting him down in the second round. He will be looking to establish himself again after that heavy defeat to Conor Benn last year – he has been a gatekeeper or sorts in recent years but it’s a great opportunity for him in Canada.

It’s a big step for Fightzone and shows they have global appeal. Lee Baxter is a promoter doing great things over in Canada and is developing a good relationship with Dennis Hobson’s fight academy and Fightzone, it can only be a good thing for boxing.

Hopefully it means getting British fighters fighting out in Canada and some Canadian fighters coming over here to fight to get them that experience and spice things up a bit.

https://www.msn.com/en-gb/sport/box...g-kell-brook-rematch/ar-AAUW6fa?ocid=msedgntp

 

[Maher96]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Just had my watch taken off me at gun point in East London, Leyton. I crossed the road with Faryal, luckily she was few steps behind me. 2 men ran to me, he asked for my watch whist having a gun pointed in my face. The main thing is we’re both safe.</p>— Amir Khan (@amirkingkhan) <a href="https://twitter.com/amirkingkhan/status/1516165472428957705?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 18, 2022</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

 

[Suleiman]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-partner="tweetdeck"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Former cricket agent Mazhar Majeed walking in with Amir Khan ahead of his fight yesterday with Kell Brook <a href="https://t.co/Ps1i3t3AtU">pic.twitter.com/Ps1i3t3AtU</a></p>— Saj Sadiq (@SajSadiqCricket) <a href="https://twitter.com/SajSadiqCricket/status/1495340492376182784?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 20, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Incredible.

England gave Pakistan so much grief in ensuring Amir, Asif and Salman are dealt the harshest sentences, ensuring 2 of them never play again.

While this grade A piece of **** is still roaming the streets of London.

 

[Saj]

Amir Khan says he feared for his life as thieves robbed him at gunpoint.

Khan, 35, told last night how two masked thugs thrust a gun in his face and stole his £72,000 Franck Muller watch in Leyton, East London, on Monday night. His terrified wife Faryal, 30, Makhdoom watched on in horror.

Khan said: "It was dark, this masked man came up to me and at first, I thought it was a friend playing a practical joke.

"Then he pulls out a gun and shoves it at my face and I thought: 'This is the end; I'm going to die'.

"I was in genuine fear for my life. I was thinking about was my wife and kids. I thought I might never see them again."

Faryal revealed she was left 'just screaming' after the ordeal.

She said: "To the selfish guys who pointed a gun at my husband's head and risked everything, risked our lives all for a fricking watch, I say to you: 'Shame on you. How dare you pull that stunt on two parents all for a watch'."

Khan, from Bolton, revealed that he considered hitting his attacker and trying to disarm him but the thought of Faryal and their three children stopped him.

He said: "I could have easily hit him and I did think about it for a brief moment. But then I knew Faryal was with me, and he could have killed her.You don't expect to be robbed at gunpoint, not in London. That's the kind of thing that happens in the US."

Daily Express

 

[KingKhanWC]

Glad Amir and his family are ok.

London is not as safe as some presume.

From the CCTV footage it seems it was an opportunist attack. They recognised Amir whilst driving past, saw his watch and decided to rob him.

He did the the right thing but handing it over without any resistance but really should be more careful walking the streets when wearing such watches.

 

[MenInG]

Amir Khan has defended wearing expensive jewellery after being robbed at gunpoint - as he admits his wife hates it.

The boxer feared he would die when he was robbed of his £72,000 watch in a terrifying gunpoint robbery in London recently, and he has since defended his decision to wear such expensive items in public.

However, Amir admits his wife Faryal is not keen on him wearing these types of items, as she described the devastating events as "a really big wake up call". The pair have urged London Mayor Sadiq Khan to do more to help reduce the crime rate in the capital.

Asked how he feels about wearing expensive items out in public, he said: "Me and Faryal were talking about that. I'll let you answer that because she's really against me wearing stuff like that."

"You work hard so you should be able to treat yourself but, I think Amir sometimes forgets that he could get targeted," she added.

"You never think this would happen to you, so it's a really big wake up call," Faryal explained about her own worries, "I don't think you can really walk the streets of London wearing expensive things."

Amir was still in London for a few days after and he admits he was "very scared".

He added: "Even after it happened, I was in London for another two days and I was walking around and was really scared. I think, I've not got a watch on me now if someone comes at me in the alley way.

"I do feel very unsafe in London, England because it is very dangerous out there."

Faryal is glad that Amir stepped away from the robber, rather than confront the person.

"I think Amir did the right thing by stepping away. So I think I did the right thing by screaming and saying there's a gun and running off and getting help," she said as Amir admitted he was happy she ran away, before she added: "I couldn't fight the gunman, I couldn't stand in front and get shot. My first instinct was keeping Amir safe and of course, my kids."

The police have begun investigating the matter, and in a recent statement, a spokesperson shared: "At this very early stage there have been no arrests. An investigation has begun and police are following a number of enquiries."

https://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/ukne...sedgntp&cvid=85ffbe618d604c9fb1da7a78709dfe84

 

[MenInG]

Amir Khan is still weighing up his options in the ring but "could easily" follow his long-term rival Kell Brook into retirement, believes Boxxer promoter Ben Shalom.

The 35-year-old was stopped by Brook in the sixth round of their grudge match in February, marking the Sheffield man's final fight before calling time on his career at the weekend.

"When you've just come out of a fight, you can't comprehend that you aren't going to fight again," Shalom told Sky Sports. "Amir's looked at all sorts. Amir wants the big fights. But with Amir I think he might follow the same path as Kell.

"He's had an unbelievably decorated career as well. We encouraged both of them that this was the right time to retire after the fight.

"Of course we've explored options when they've asked us to but it would be a great way to go out. With Amir, he has looked at different fights.

"I know he's interested in fights right now and he's mentioned names to me, but he's in the same position as Kell, in that if it doesn't happen he's looking more likely to retire every month. I don't think that would be a bad option either."

SKY

 

[silentkiller187]

Amir Khan has announced the end of his boxing career as the former world champion admits 'it's time to hang up my gloves' after defeat by Kell Brook.

The 35-year-old former world champion, who suffered a stoppage loss to Brook in February, has confirmed his retirement in a message on social media.

He said on Twitter: "It's time to hang up my gloves. I feel blessed to have had such an amazing career that has spanned over 27 years. I want to say a heartfelt thanks and to the incredible teams I have worked with and to my family, friends and fans for the love and support they have shown me."

Khan unified world titles at super-lightweight and faced pound-for-pound stars Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez and Terence Crawford during a 40-fight career, featuring 34 wins and six defeats.

The Bolton fighter had launched his pro career in 2005 after winning an Olympic silver medal at the 2004 Athens Games.

Khan became a world champion in July 2009, defeating Andriy Kotelnik on points to secure the WBA super-lightweight title, and he then stopped Zab Judah to add the IBF belt two years later.

A hotly disputed points loss to Lamont Peterson ended Khan's world title reign, and he was halted by Danny Garcia while attempting to win the WBC and WBA belts in his next fight.

Khan made an audacious move up to middleweight to challenge Canelo for the WBC belt, suffering a sixth-round knockout loss in May 2016 and was stopped by Crawford in the sixth round of their WBO title fight in April 2019.

He eventually shared the ring with Brook in February, embracing his rival in the ring after their feud was finally ended.

https://www.skysports.com/boxing/ne...boxing-career-after-defeat-against-kell-brook

 

[Saj]

Right call to retire now.

He looked a shadow of the boxer he once was against Brook and it's wise to call it a day now rather than suffer more defeats and injuries.

 

[KingKhanWC]

The only sensible choice.

Amir has made a lot of money, became world champion and the most important part of his legacy will be inspiring so many young boxers in the UK , not just Asian but from all backgrounds.

He should have retired before the Brook fight but I guess the money was too much to say no to.

 

[James]

Happy retirement Amir.

He has left a strong legacy.

Good decision sir and enjoy.

 

[Hextro]

No matter what you think of Amir you have to admit that he's had a massive influence on Asian boxers living in the UK, thanks to him a ton of British-Pakistanis have taken up the sport of boxing and they've done pretty well so far.

Happy retirement.

 

[MenInG]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-partner="tweetdeck"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Amir Khan explains why he’s decided to retire from the sport of boxing ��<a href="https://t.co/j46TUhq2HB">pic.twitter.com/j46TUhq2HB</a></p>— Sky Sports News (@SkySportsNews) <a href="https://twitter.com/SkySportsNews/status/1525197436444037121?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 13, 2022</a></blockquote>
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[Firebat]

Amir Khan: Former world champion says he feels more appreciated following retirement

Briton Amir Khan says he always wanted to be "the people's champion" - and feels more appreciated by boxing fans following his retirement.

The former unified world champion and Olympic silver medallist called time on his 17-year career last week.

"The message I'm getting is people now appreciate you a little bit more," said the 35-year-old Khan.

"I didn't ever think that would happen. Maybe you get more respect when you retire than when you're in the sport."

Reflecting on the legacy he leaves behind, Bolton-born Khan added: "I was never scared of a fight.

"I fought the best out there. Win or lose, I gave it my all in every fight. I gave the fights people always wanted."

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/boxing/61464229

 

[James]

<b>Floyd Mayweather tried to stop Amir Khan from retiring so they could 'get it on'</b>

Floyd ‘Money’ Mayweather recently tried to lure Bolton-born former world champion boxer Amir Khan away from plans of retirement by unofficially offering him the fight he has tried so hard to secure throughout his career.

Khan revealed Mayweather had said behind the cameras of their recent meet-up that they should ‘get it on’ after the American and the Brit crossed paths in Dubai due to the 45-year-old having an exhibition fight there.

Khan didn’t fold on his retired stance, however, as he reiterated what was publicly expected that he would call time on his illustrious career.

As per The Sun, Khan said: “Floyd said to me ‘Look, we should get it on.’

“And I said ‘Brother, tomorrow I’m going to announce my retirement.’ And he goes ‘No, I don’t think you should’.

“Obviously, pro fighters say to you all your life ‘we should fight each other’ and they keep you on the side, on the bench and I’m like forget that man, I want to be in control of myself.”

With Khan not budging, this seems to bring a close to the Khan/Floyd saga which never has progressed past talks. Even after persistent heavy rumours since 2014, where Mayweather decided against fighting Khan despite him winning the Twitter poll Money posted which would supposedly decide his next opponent.

Khan justified not taking this fight or any other tempting offers by saying he’s going to do ‘what’s best for him’.

“When I call it a day, I call it a day. I don’t not call it a day because someone else is taking control like Floyd Mayweather or Manny Pacquiao say now we’ll fight you.

“Waiting around and waiting around for them so I thought nah man, I’ll do what’s best for me.”

The demand for Khan’s services seems to be high after also receiving ‘a couple of phone calls from Manny’s team’, which Khan is close with, having been the former training partner of.

In reference to those contacts, Khan said: “It was a shock to them because they thought Manny might be able to take that fight. And I’m like, Hell no.”

Having wanted the Manny fight in his prime years, which would be the pinnacle of his esteemed career, Khan furthered revealed: “I don’t think that fight was ever going to happen. I don’t know why they kept saying they will take this fight.”

With Khan rejecting two of the biggest boxing superstars, it does seem clear that this is likely the end of the Brit’s career.

https://www.msn.com/en-gb/sport/box...sedgntp&cvid=9dff589148ed45538f24f17c03f109c4

 

[silentkiller187]

Three men have been arrested after former world champion boxer Amir Khan was robbed at gunpoint with his wife in east London.

The 35-year-old wrote on Twitter in April that a gun was "pointed in my face" on High Road, Leyton, as two men stole his £72,000 watch.

The Met said officers "investigating a gunpoint street robbery in Leyton" had made three arrests.

The men, aged 25, 24 and 20, are being held on suspicion of robbery.

The 2008 Olympic silver medallist from Bolton was with his wife Faryal at the time but said "the main thing is we're both safe".

No shots were fired during the robbery and no-one was injured, police said.

The 25-year-old man was also arrested on suspicion of possession of a firearm with intent to cause fear of violence, while the 20-year-old man was also held for the same offence and possession of ammunition.

All three remain in custody.

BBC

 

[Saj]

Former world boxing champion Amir Khan had his £72,000 watch snatched at gunpoint after a member of a robbery gang spied on him while he dined in a restaurant, a court heard.

Mr Khan, 35, is said to have had the custom-made Franck Muller timepiece stolen after leaving a restaurant with his wife, Faryal Makhdoom, and a friend on High Road in Leyton, east London.

After Mr Khan left the venue, a car pulled up on the street and a number of men jumped out before he was threatened with a firearm and robbed of his watch, prosecutors told the court.

Ahmed Bana, 25, Nurul Amin, 24, and Dante Campbell, 20, were remanded into custody after appearing at Thames Magistrates’ Court on Thursday charged over the incident on April 18.

All three suspects, from north London, are charged with conspiracy to commit robbery, while Bana and Campbell have also been charged with possession of an imitation firearm.

Campbell faces further counts of possessing an imitation firearm with intent to cause fear of violence and possession of ammunition for a firearm without a certificate.

Deputy District Judge Tony Woodcock remanded the trio into custody ahead of a further hearing at Snaresbrook Crown Court on July 25.

PA

 

[KingKhanWC]

These young chaps will be looking at a good few years behind bars.

I wonder if Amir got his watch back.

 

[MenInG]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-partner="tweetdeck"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">What Amir bought Adam... &#55356;&#57217;<a href="https://twitter.com/adamsuperkid?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Adamsuperkid</a> on <a href="https://twitter.com/amirkingkhan?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@amirkingkhan</a> influence &#55357;&#56391;<a href="https://t.co/DxRZ9LEQc0">pic.twitter.com/DxRZ9LEQc0</a></p>— Sky Sports (@SkySports) <a href="https://twitter.com/SkySports/status/1549402802912468998?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 19, 2022</a></blockquote>
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[SpiritOf1903]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-partner="tweetdeck"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">What Amir bought Adam... &#55356;&#57217;<a href="https://twitter.com/adamsuperkid?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Adamsuperkid</a> on <a href="https://twitter.com/amirkingkhan?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@amirkingkhan</a> influence &#55357;&#56391;<a href="https://t.co/DxRZ9LEQc0">pic.twitter.com/DxRZ9LEQc0</a></p>— Sky Sports (@SkySports) <a href="https://twitter.com/SkySports/status/1549402802912468998?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 19, 2022</a></blockquote>
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MsA. iA he keeps focused and retains the hunger. BritPak need more honourable icons

 

[shaz619]

MsA. iA he keeps focused and retains the hunger. BritPak need more honourable icons

There are loads now. We need to see more Sikhs in the fight game, what happened to the skinny bloke Amir was promoting ?

 

[ElRaja]

There are loads now. We need to see more Sikhs in the fight game, what happened to the skinny bloke Amir was promoting ?

need a quality heavy weight britpak. its the division that gets most of the attention in the UK these days.

 

[shaz619]

need a quality heavy weight britpak. its the division that gets most of the attention in the UK these days.

Well, there’s that to! Kash Ali certainly has the bite

 

[ElRaja]

Well, there’s that to! Kash Ali certainly has the bite

lolol, pbly fewer less likeable characters around than that guy.

 

[MenInG]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-partner="tweetdeck"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Lovely to meet Sir Alex Ferguson at Manchester Old Trafford Stadium. Best known for managing Manchester United from 1986 to 2013. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest football managers of all time <a href="https://twitter.com/ManUtd?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ManUtd</a> <a href="https://t.co/HclmVpIETg">pic.twitter.com/HclmVpIETg</a></p>— Amir Khan (@amirkingkhan) <a href="https://twitter.com/amirkingkhan/status/1563492815966875650?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 27, 2022</a></blockquote>
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[MenInG]

 

[Firebat]

Thugs admit gunpoint robbery of Amir Khan's £70,000 diamond-encrusted watch

Two men have pleaded guilty to robbing boxer Amir Khan at gunpoint last year. Dante Campbell, 20, and Ahmed Bana, 25. stole Mr Khan's £70,000 diamond-encrusted watch in the incident.

The pair pleaded guilty to conspiracy to rob and possession of an imitation firearm, and will be sentenced at a later date.

The jury at Snaresbrook Crown Court was told Mr Khan, 36, was targeted by the robbers as he and his wife Faryal Makhdoom, 31, left Sahara Grill restaurant in Leyton, East London, on April 18 last year.

Campbell approached the 2004 Olympic silver medallist as he neared his car, brandishing a gun in his face and shouting: "Take off the watch", referring to Mr Khan's bespoke diamond encrusted Franck Muller Vanguard Chronograph.

The Met Police launched an investigation and tracked down the pair responsible.

Using CCTV, officers from the Met's Flying Squad were able to identify the robbers arriving in a silver Mercedes, which pulled in front of Mr Khan's car just before the attack.

The car had been insured by Bana, who stayed in the vehicle while Campbell approached Mr Khan, to act as the getaway driver.

It was through this lead that they were able to identify Dante Campbell. The pair were then arrested on June 22 2022.

Coppers found clothing and a backpack matching what was worn by the gunman on CCTV in Campbell's bedroom.

Ismail Mohamed, 24, and Nurul Amin, 25, were accused of acting as spotters in the gunpoint robbery, but were cleared earlier today.

As he gave evidence, Mr Khan said: "When he put the gun in my face I literally saw in the barrel. I felt really scared.

"I have got three kids, my wife was next to me as well. I was really, really scared.

"I am a sportsman, a father. I have always been put in tough situations when you are put in the ring to fight someone but this was totally different. This was very, very scary."

Detective Constable Stuart Ponder, from the Met's Flying Squad, said: "This robbery was carefully planned and executed by these individuals who knew exactly who they were targeting and what they were aiming for.

"Despite being on a busy street with other members of the public close by, they had no qualms about brandishing a firearm and threatening Mr Khan with the most brazen and extreme level of violence.

"We know every robbery has a significant impact on the victim and Mr Khan has spoken out about the impact this had, not only on him but his family. That is why we are doing everything we can to target individuals who think they can get away with this type of behaviour, from extra patrols at known robbery hotspots and developing intelligence on those carrying out these crimes.

"Anyone who is a victim of a robbery should report it as soon as possible - this helps us ascertain crucial forensic evidence to take these violent criminals off our streets."

One man, Hamza Kulane, remains wanted in connection with the robbery. Officers are urging anyone with any information about him to contact them immediately on 101 with reference Op Fanlight. Alternatively, call independent charity completely anonymously on 0800 555 111.

https://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/worl...p&cvid=57c37cafd6e244929489d0c3a4546d5d&ei=23

 

[MenInG]

Former Olympic medallist Amir Khan has been banned from participating in any sport for two years over his use of a prohibited substance.

The ban will last until 5 April 2024. It comes after the boxer's urine sample following his fight against Kell Brook in February 2022 tested positive for ostarine, UK Anti-Doping said in a statement.

Ostarine is a selective androgen receptor modulator (SARM) on the World Anti-Doping Agency's prohibited list.

It is designed to promote muscle building and has a similar effect to testosterone.

UKAD chief executive Jane Rumble said: "This case serves as a reminder that UKAD will diligently pursue Anti-Doping Rule Violations in order to protect clean sport."

SKY

 

[mazkhan]

An absolute shame

Destroyed any legacy and respect he had.

Drugged up and still got battered by brook .

 

[MenInG]

Former Olympic medallist Amir Khan has told Sky News he has "never cheated" after being given a two-year ban for use of a prohibited substance.

UK Anti-Doping announced on Tuesday that Khan, 36, has been given a two-year ban from all sports over the urine sample he gave following the fight he lost against Kell Brook in Manchester in February 2022.

It found traces of Ostarine, which is on the World Anti-Doping Agency's prohibited list.

Speaking in London on Tuesday he said: "I've never cheated in my life.

"You can see by my performance against Kell Brook... I lost the fight. If I went in there and knocked Kell Brook out it's different."

He added that he was "the one who wanted the testing on the fight" and that "the amount that was in my system could have been by shaking people's hands".

Khan, 36, had claimed his consumption of Ostarine was "unintentional".

Banned from use in all sports, Ostarine is a selective androgen receptor modulator (SARM) designed to promote muscle building and has a similar effect to testosterone.

After the positive result, Khan's case was referred to an independent tribunal.

The panel found two violations - presence and use of a prohibited substance - in January before it confirmed the decision in writing in February. Khan was given a provisional ban on 6 April 2022, which will now last until 5 April 2024.

'I'm retired'

He announced he was retiring from boxing on 13 May 2022 after winning 34 of his 40 fights and a silver medal at the 2004 Olympic Games in Athens.

Speaking to Sky News he added: "I'm a retired fighter, it's funny they've given me a two-year ban now."

UKAD chief executive Jane Rumble said: "This case serves as a reminder that UKAD will diligently pursue Anti-Doping Rule Violations in order to protect clean sport.

"Strict liability means athletes are ultimately responsible for what they ingest and for the presence of any prohibited substances in a sample.

"It is important that all athletes and their support personnel, whatever level they are competing at, take their anti-doping responsibilities seriously. Not doing so risks damaging not only an athlete's career, but also undermining public confidence in clean sport."

SKY

 

[Double Trouble]

What a tool

He should have retired well before the brook fight as he never did need the cash.

Now he has destroyed his legacy.

I think my pet frog has more braincells than Khan.

 

[Cpt. Rishwat]

Wow, pretty embarrassing that he took drugs and still got a beating. Professional sport is a serious endeavour, you can't play the celebrity card and take short cuts and still expect to succeed.

 

[topspin]

I've just read this.

Wow can't believe Amir Khan is still living rent free in this guy's head. Seems very personal.

 

[Waq]

Amir Khan had tested negative multiple times leading up to the fight including one week before the fight.

The positive test taken immediately after the test had tiny amounts of SARMS that would have no athletic benefit and this has all been confirmed by UKAD.

Khan gave a great interview earlier and said all the right stuff and I believe him. It makes no sense to take a micro dose of ostarine a week before the fight.

 

[ElRaja]

shd have been more careful, last fight, no belts on the line, no reason to fight any charges just a black mark on his legacy, however it happened he shd have been smarter, alas he was never the sharpest knife in the drawer.

 

[Firebat]

Amir Khan can't explain doping violation after Kell Brook fight and fears for impact on his legacy

Amir Khan has told Sky Sports News he can't explain the presence of a banned substance in his system on the night of his defeat by Kell Brook and says he doesn't want his legacy tarnished by the incident.

On Tuesday it was confirmed the former world champion has been banned from sport for two years for a failed anti-doping test following his fight with Brook last February.

In an independent hearing, the charges against him were proven, but the panel ruled out deliberate or reckless conduct by Khan and also found that the ostarine in his system was too low to enhance his performance - and would have needed to be a thousand times stronger to have an impact.

When asked by Sky Sports how the substance got into his system, he said: "I have no idea. It could be meeting people, shaking people's hands. The amount of ostarine in my blood was 0.5, which is say [in] an Olympic size swimming pool, it's smaller than a grain of salt.

"I don't know how it got into my system, maybe shaking hands, maybe sharing a drink with somebody."

He added: "The results say it could not have changed my performance and with the amount that was in my blood it could not have made me any stronger or better. It was such a tiny amount which somehow got into the system."

Khan lost the fight via sixth-round stoppage and announced his retirement from the sport a few weeks later, but does not want Tuesday's revelations to tarnish his whole career.

"I don't want to be remembered for something like this, that'll hurt me a lot," he added.

"If people remember me for just this incident that's happened then I think it'll always upset me because I know it was never done on purpose.

"Hopefully people believe me and maybe take more precaution, especially the young and upcoming fighters can learn from me how mistakes can happen."

The amount of ostarine found in his urine sample was half a nanogram per milliletre with a nanogram being the equivalent of one billionth of a gram.

Despite the quantities involved, Khan says he is willing to bear some responsibility for the findings.

"I'm very sorry. I have to take some sort of responsibility," he said.

"At the end of the day, it's been found in my system but I can honestly say to the public and to everyone out there, it's something I'd never ever do.

"It's such a tiny amount that was never of any benefit at all. I don't know how it got in there but I should've maybe taken a little bit more precaution. I'm very sorry about it."

https://www.skysports.com/boxing/ne...rook-fight-and-fears-for-impact-on-his-legacy

 

[The_KING]

This is bigger than Khan or Benn. Boxing isn't a clean sport.

As for Khan, he has destroyed his legacy, as far as I am concerned. Now people would be wondering, if he was clean or not, when he won his world titles. Not only did he get absolutely destroyed by Brook in his final fight, he gets caught for doping, which raises big questions marks about his entire boxing career. Pretty sad end to a "great" career.

 

[shaz619]

Amir Khan had tested negative multiple times leading up to the fight including one week before the fight.

The positive test taken immediately after the test had tiny amounts of SARMS that would have no athletic benefit and this has all been confirmed by UKAD.

Khan gave a great interview earlier and said all the right stuff and I believe him. It makes no sense to take a micro dose of ostarine a week before the fight.

UKAD don't have the best reputation, they were on the brink of bankruptcy given how they handled other similar test results for fighters. They did say, the panel didn't believe the use to be intentional or reckless, we saw in the fight it had little impact and as you say, prior to the fight, he was clear. He has been enrolled with governing bodies far more credible then UKAD in his career such as VADA, which is compulsory to be in the WBC rankings and never failed a test before. It's a non-issue, BBBOC are using this to deflect from the criticism for the Conor Benn situation. Khan doesn't seem bothered about this and he shouldn't, but if he was, he should consider suing UKAD, but he doesn't have as much quid as he use to.

 

[Blistering Barnacle]

This is bigger than Khan or Benn. Boxing isn't a clean sport.

As for Khan, he has destroyed his legacy, as far as I am concerned. Now people would be wondering, if he was clean or not, when he won his world titles. Not only did he get absolutely destroyed by Brook in his final fight, he gets caught for doping, which raises big questions marks about his entire boxing career. Pretty sad end to a "great" career.

I don't think it will have much impact on how people remember him.

He had a good career but it wasn't like he was a legend or something anyway.

 

[Waq]

UKAD don't have the best reputation, they were on the brink of bankruptcy given how they handled other similar test results for fighters. They did say, the panel didn't believe the use to be intentional or reckless, we saw in the fight it had little impact and as you say, prior to the fight, he was clear. He has been enrolled with governing bodies far more credible then UKAD in his career such as VADA, which is compulsory to be in the WBC rankings and never failed a test before. It's a non-issue, BBBOC are using this to deflect from the criticism for the Conor Benn situation. Khan doesn't seem bothered about this and he shouldn't, but if he was, he should consider suing UKAD, but he doesn't have as much quid as he use to.

You make some valid and interesting points.

My issue with UKAD is that this has taken over a year to resolve and become public and in this case there was no legal injunctions or threats from AK. I would expect a drug testing body to deal with this much more swiftly.

Allegedly ostarine has a half life of 72 hours but again there were no positive tests in the build up to the fight. I can’t see this being deliberate and my opinion is supported by UKAD’s statement who confirm this to be the case.

Recent cases with Connor Benn and Dillian Whyte were much more suspect.

 

[Saj]

Does he really not know how and why he tested positive?

 

[Waq]

Does he really not know how and why he tested positive?

Ostarine is a readily available SARM / PED and was not found in a test 7 days before the fight. On fight night, a small trace amount was found that would not have given any athletic benefit.

It’s genuinely possible that AK may not know how he had this banned substance in his blood.

 

[KingKhanWC]

Does he really not know how and why he tested positive?

Because he never took any illegal substances and has never in his career.

Im not supporting him because he's Pakistani.

An independent investigation concluded no issues. It seems some sort of mix up by the authorities or they have some ulterior motive.

 

[Saj]

Ostarine is a readily available SARM / PED and was not found in a test 7 days before the fight. On fight night, a small trace amount was found that would not have given any athletic benefit.

It’s genuinely possible that AK may not know how he had this banned substance in his blood.

Yet they've banned him!

Surely an appeal coming up.

 

[Waq]

Yet they've banned him!

Surely an appeal coming up.

Two years for trace amounts seems harsh if no athletic benefit but I believe a ban is automatic once you’re over the limit. I’m quite sure that the appeal period has elapsed too.

Only AK knows the real reason why he didn’t appeal as it’s not like he hasn’t got a management team - Azhar Majeed I believe?

 

[MenInG]

Amir Khan has told talkSPORT he is pleased that drug cheaters are being caught.

However, the British boxing legend also believes that he is innocent – despite testing positive for a banned substance.

Khan has been banned from boxing for two years after he was found with ostarine in his system following his defeat to Kell Brook last year.

He says his ingestion of it wasn’t intentional, but UKAD have imposed a ban on the 36-year-old regardless.

Speaking to talkSPORT, Khan, who has declared he will speak to Brook over his positive test, also revealed that he hopes it won’t tarnish his career, but is pleased to see how efficient the drug testing is.

“I don’t want to hideaway, a lot of people would hideaway when something like this happens,” he said exclusively on talkSPORT Drive.

“I want to come out and talk about it, what’s happened and obviously it upset me more than anyone.

“I’ve been a fighter for like almost 20, 22 years in the sport of boxing at a high level and fighting for world titles, across the world, Vegas and everywhere.

 

[MenInG]

Amir Khan has revealed he will speak to Kell Brook after testing positive for a banned substance.

The British boxer, who has since retired, has been banned for two years from the sport after testing positive for ostarine.

Khan tested positive for ostarine after his defeat to Brook last year

The test relates to his fight against Brook in February 2022, which Khan lost and subsequently retired from the sport a month later.

And speaking on talkSPORT, the 36-year-old has revealed he will call up his old rival to tell his side of the story.

Appearing live on Drive with Andy Goldstein and Darren Bent, Khan said: “I think I should give Kell a call and just say ‘look, there’s nothing there’.

“Secondly, the amount that was in my system, there was no benefit. It would not have made me any stronger, or any better.

“I am not surprised that he is upset over what happened. Maybe [it is hypocritical] because he is still happy to fight against Conor Benn [who has also tested positive for banned substances].

“At the end of the day, it is a business. He is going to try put me down, you are just beating a man when he is down.

 

[MenInG]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-partner="tweetdeck"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Who u got ? <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/GarciaDavis?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#GarciaDavis</a> <br>I’m got <a href="https://twitter.com/RyanGarcia?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@RyanGarcia</a> maybe a late stoppage, too much range, size, speed and power <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Upset?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Upset</a> <a href="https://t.co/NziVNvli9Q">pic.twitter.com/NziVNvli9Q</a></p>— Amir Khan (@amirkingkhan) <a href="https://twitter.com/amirkingkhan/status/1649626228423360518?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 22, 2023</a></blockquote>
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[shaz619]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-partner="tweetdeck"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Who u got ? <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/GarciaDavis?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#GarciaDavis</a> <br>I’m got <a href="https://twitter.com/RyanGarcia?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@RyanGarcia</a> maybe a late stoppage, too much range, size, speed and power <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Upset?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Upset</a> <a href="https://t.co/NziVNvli9Q">pic.twitter.com/NziVNvli9Q</a></p>— Amir Khan (@amirkingkhan) <a href="https://twitter.com/amirkingkhan/status/1649626228423360518?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 22, 2023</a></blockquote>
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Boxing is funny, Khan seemingly depicted a very low ring IQ but himself he’s a pretty good analyst. It’s a bold prediction, for me it’s Garcia on points or Gervonta by KO, potential fight of the year. Gervonta will have the weight advantage though

 

[mazkhan]

I really hope khan goes into coaching open a gym for.young British Asian boxers and coach them get the next generation up there , he has the experience and worked with some of the best .

 

[Waq]

I really hope khan goes into coaching open a gym for.young British Asian boxers and coach them get the next generation up there , he has the experience and worked with some of the best .

He had already opened up a few gyms in the UK and Pakistan to support young up and coming boxers

 

[shaz619]

I really hope khan goes into coaching open a gym for.young British Asian boxers and coach them get the next generation up there , he has the experience and worked with some of the best .

He had already opened up a few gyms in the UK and Pakistan to support young up and coming boxers

I think maz was alluding to Khan being a manager, trainer or camp assistant. He does a lot of support work already but don’t think he has time for the 1-1 stuff, he has his hands in a number of pots and if everything fails, he got Boxing to fall back on or punditry. But more locally and perhaps beyond the community work goes unnoticed

 

[SpiritOf1903]

He's a great value regardless

==


1. He got into boxing because he was a hyperactive child

Amir says he began boxing when he was very young. It wasn’t initially his choice, but something his father suggested to help him burn energy. “I was very hyperactive when I was young,” he says. “I would always misbehave at school, so my dad took me to the gym. It was probably one of the best things he ever did because it diverted my energy… It was just letting that anger out.” He quickly showed talent. He had an uncle who used to offer to buy him presents if he won his fights. “I think I literally bankrupted him because I was winning all the fights.”


2. His dad showed him what it means to be a man

Amir says his dad was a very stereotypically masculine man. “He owned his own scrap yard. He was always working… He had big muscles. Strong. He had a manly job.” He also credits his dad for showing him love by taking him to his boxing sessions several times a week. “He’d take me to the gym and even stand there and hold the [boxing] bag and be part of the coaching team… Three times a week, 7pm he’d take me to the gym… for two hours… then it’s half an hour there and back. Three hours he’s spending just with me. That’s a good dad.” Amir believes he too is a very good father. “I think I’m a better dad than their mum… I’m going to get beaten up for this.”

3. He thinks being a man means owning your mistakes

Amir’s been married to Faryal Makhdoom for almost 10 years. The couple have had what Rylan calls “ups and downs” in their marriage, including a temporary split in 2017. “As a man, I put my hand up for a lot of mistakes I’ve made,” says Amir. “I’ve been caught messing about. I’ve done a lot of silly things out there and I have to put my hand up and take full blame… I was at the peak of my career and I did a lot of things that weren’t really me.” He says huge fame made him behave in ways he doesn’t like. “That ego,” he says. “When you’re loved by that many people… you end up believing that.”

4. His outlook on fighting changed when he had kids

Amir retired from boxing last year, at the age of 35. His family were key in his choice to give it up. “I’m so glad I retired,” he says. “You can’t do it all your life. There’s always going to come a time you can’t take any more punches. When you start having kids you start thinking about them. You want to be in the right frame of mind for them. You want to be mentally right and physically right. Someone punches you in the wrong place and you could be paralysed… you could be killed. It’s a deadly sport.”

5. He used to disagree with women boxing

Rylan and Amir discuss boxing as a “manly” sport, so Rylan asks what Amir thinks of women boxing. Is that manly? Amir says, “I used to be a little bit against [women boxing]. 100%.” He says he didn’t like seeing women walking around with bruises because it would make him think, “maybe she’s been abused or beaten up – you feel sorry for the person.” He’s since changed his mind and now supports women boxing. “It’s given women a stance to show they’re as strong as men. It’s good to see that.”

6. He’s lasered off his chest hair

Amir and Rylan discuss what Amir sees when he looks in the mirror. He raises the subject of body hair. “All my life when I’ve been fighting I’ve always had a hairy chest, but I got it lasered recently.” He says he knows that’s “not masculine”. Rylan asks why he thinks that. “People say that to be a man you need to have hair on your chest… but I think it looks nice. More clean, more defined.” He also views it as an extension of how he treats his body as a Muslim. He says it’s part of the Muslim culture to keep most body hair to less than an inch long. “The Muslim religion is very clean. You have to be very clean, purified.”

7. He hates fights

He made his name fighting in the ring, but Amir hates any kind of confrontation outside of work. “I’m a tough guy in the ring, but I do become a bit soft at home,” he says. “I hate drama. I hate arguments. I hate fights. I’ve done that much in my life in the ring… I don’t want to do it no more.” He says it’s for that reason he’ll let his wife win most arguments. “I let her be the boss when she wants to.”

8. An armed robber made him question his masculinity

Earlier in 2023, Amir was robbed at gunpoint. “I remember walking out of a restaurant in East London and some guys push me to the car and push a gun right in my face,” he says. “I remember looking right in the barrel of the gun… Your whole life goes through your mind.” The robbers took his watch and then left. Amir says after the event he felt he hadn’t done enough to defend himself. “After it happened, people came over to me and said, ‘Are you all right?’ I felt like I’d let people down. I felt like I’d let myself down. People see me as a fighter.” But he realises he did the right thing. “I’m glad in a way I didn’t do anything. It only takes a second for him to pull that trigger and it’s game over.”

9. He doesn’t want his kids to box

Amir has two daughters and a son. Asked if he’d let them follow in his footsteps, he says, “I wouldn’t want my kids to box or fight. I want them to get an education and get normal jobs.” But he also says he wants his kids to experience everything. Asked what advice he’d give his son, he says, “Just believe in yourself and do what you think is right. If you make mistakes on the way, it’s fine. Don’t ever be that person who says, ‘I can’t do it. I’m not going to try it.’ Try everything in life. Go through it all. Experience it all. That’s the only way you’ll learn if it’s for you or not for you.”

https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/ar...he-spoke-to-rylan-clark-about-how-to-be-a-man

 

[Major]

If you read his interviews, all this guy talks about is masculinity, man etc. And yet he was taking prohibited substance..

Yeh, real manly

 

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