Amir Khan denies allegations as explosive court documents emerge in defamation case

London: Former world boxing champion Amir Khan and his wife Faryal Makhdoom have strongly denied a series of allegations contained in court documents filed in a defamation case before the London High Court.

The allegations surfaced in a legal defence submitted by women’s rights activist Faryaal Hussain, who is being sued by the couple over statements she made on social media, in a podcast interview and through an online petition concerning Khan’s alleged conduct toward several women.

According to the defence filing, multiple women alleged that Khan contacted them through social media platforms and engaged in inappropriate relationships. The documents further claim that some women were subjected to threats and harassment after their alleged interactions with the former boxer became known.

One woman, identified in court papers as Woman B, alleged that Khan contacted her in 2022 and later met her in Dubai. The defence claims Khan secretly recorded an intimate encounter without her consent and subsequently threatened her. The documents also allege that Makhdoom contacted the woman and members of her family with abusive messages and threats.

Another woman, identified as Woman A, alleged that Khan contacted her through Instagram in 2023 and later communicated with her via WhatsApp. The court filing claims Khan offered financial assistance and invited her to Dubai. She further alleged that she felt threatened after refusing certain requests.

The defence also includes allegations involving several other women who claim they received messages from Khan and were later contacted by Makhdoom. The documents allege attempts to intimidate or silence them after their interactions became known.

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Khan and Makhdoom have categorically denied all allegations contained in the defence, describing them as false, defamatory and malicious. Their legal team has indicated that the claims will be vigorously contested in court.

In their lawsuit, the couple argue that Hussain’s statements caused serious reputational damage and financial losses, including the cancellation of further episodes of the television series Meet The Khans.

The case entered the public domain after Hussain submitted her defence, arguing that her statements were true and made in the public interest. She maintains that her actions were motivated by concerns raised by women who approached her with allegations.

Lawyers representing both sides have declined to comment in detail due to the ongoing legal proceedings. The BBC has also declined to comment on the case but stated that Khan is not expected to work on any upcoming projects with the broadcaster.

The allegations remain unproven and are expected to be examined as part of the ongoing High Court proceedings.