Disgraced heavyweight Kash Ali has issued a full apology for biting David Price during their heavyweight showdown in Liverpool on Saturday and said his actions were not a "true reflection of who I am".
Ali has had his boxing licence suspended by the British Boxing Board of Control pending a hearing and his fight purse withdrawn.
Ali, 27, said: "I am hugely embarrassed for my actions and the way the whole fight unfolded.
Footage shows what happened AFTER Kash Ali bit Scouse boxer David Price in front of 10,000 fans
"The occasion got the better of me and those who know me, including David, can testify that my behaviour on Saturday during the fight was not a true reflection of who I am.
"I expressed my regret from the moment it happened and even more so now."
Ali has been a sparring partner of Price's in the past and hinted he would attempt to convince the BBBofC to restore his licence to enable him to fight again.
"I have every intention of curbing my thoughtless actions and will adjust my behaviour accordingly," he added.
"I'm sorry to everyone affected by my actions."
Kash Ali's boxing licence suspended after David Price bite controversy
Ali was disqualified by referee Mark Lyson, while Price pointed out that Ali had bitten him on three other occasions in the contest before the final attack on his midriff which saw him thrown out.
Ali left the M&S Bank Arena ring to a barrage of drinks thrown by disgusted fans.
Liverpool boxer David Price wins bizarre fight after being BITTEN by Kash Ali
