Actor Abdul Khoza withdraws from celebrity boxing match against Chad Da Don! Popular actor Abdul Khoza has officially pulled out of the Fists of Fame celebrity boxing event, where he was set to go head-to-head with rapper Chad Da Don on 26 July 2025 at Emperors Palace in Johannesburg.
The news, announced via Abdul’s social media on Friday, came as a surprise to fans who had been looking forward to the showdown.
Abdul Khoza withdraws
Career Commitments Take Priority
In his statement, Abdul explained that his withdrawal was due to new and exciting professional opportunities that he simply couldn’t pass up.
“I know many of you were looking forward to seeing me in the ring… Unfortunately, I won’t be participating this time around,” he shared.
“Life threw me a few exciting commitments that I couldn’t say no to… I’ll still be cheering from the sidelines.”
Support and Gratitude
Although Abdul did not share specifics about his upcoming projects, he thanked fans for their ongoing support and hinted at more announcements in the near future. His positive tone suggested he remains supportive of the event and its participants.
Uncertainty Around Replacement
The boxing match, which was generating buzz online, had been announced last month with both Abdul and Chad promising an intense face-off. Now, with Abdul stepping out, it’s unclear whether a replacement will be named or if the match format will change.
Fans will be watching closely to see how organisers respond.
In other news – Minnie Dlamini celebrates her father’s birthday with heartfelt tribute
South African media personality Minnie Dlamini is celebrating her father’s birthday in the sweetest way. Taking to Instagram, Minnie shared a touching collage of photos featuring her dad, showcasing the deep love and admiration she holds for him.
In her message, Minnie also revealed that her father will be turning 70 years old next year, and hinted at exciting plans to mark the milestone. Read More
