In boxing, DQ stands for disqualification, which refers to the action of being expelled from a boxing match or tournament due to committing a foul or breaking the rules. A disqualification can result in the offending boxer losing the match and the opposing fighter being declared the winner). Most disqualifications happen for repeated intentional fouling such as headbutting, low blows, rabbit punches, biting, and the like. Typically, a referee will first verbally warn offenders or direct a point deduction first before disqualifying a boxer. However, contestants may be disqualified without warning for particularly egregious conduct such as kicking a downed opponent, hair pulling, or using loaded gloves). If a boxer commits a severe or intentional foul, such as hitting below the belt, striking an opponent while they are down, using their head, or intentionally injuring the other boxer, they may be disqualified from the match. The disqualification may be determined by the referee or a decision of the ringside judges, depending on the severity of the offense.