Abdul Khan credits cousin Amir for inspiring boxing journey

Abdul Khan says his cousin Amir Khan's success sparked his own ambition in the ring. The rising fighter told BBC Sport that watching Amir compete at the sport's highest level motivated a generation of South Asian boxers.

“Seeing Amir reach the heights of the sport only lit the fire in probably the majority of the South Asian kids out there, including me”

— Abdul Khan, via BBC Sport

What Abdul Khan said

Abdul Khan is building a career in the professional ranks after turning over from the amateur scene. His cousin Amir Khan won world titles at lightweight/" class="internal-link text-bone underline decoration-ash/30 hover:decoration-gold underline-offset-2">light-welterweight and became one of Britain's most recognizable fighters, reaching the top of the sport before retiring in 2022.

What it moves

Abdul Khan's comments highlight the lasting impact of Amir Khan's career on British boxing's next generation. The younger Khan is now looking to carve out his own legacy in the sport, carrying forward the inspiration he drew from watching his cousin's rise.

Source: bbc.com. Full Abdul Khan fight history and recent news at boxingnews.com.