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BBC News - Friday, November 7, 1997
The assault caused both men to bleed heavily and doctors believe the mixing of blood resulted in the infection.
The attacker was a drug user, and was tested positive for HIV six years ago.
A BBC Science correspondent says that though rare it is not the first time HIV has been transmitted through a fight.
In recognition of the risks sports organisations in particular are taking more precautions to deal with players who are cut during a game.
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