Giant ex-NRL star scores brutal boxing knockout win - then sledges another footy great about his drinking
Nelson Asofa-Solomona kept landing verbal blows after he stopped Jarrod Wallace in Wollongong on Sunday.
www.dailymail.co.ukHere’s the latest I can confirm on the boxing matchup between Asofa-Solomona and Burgess, based on recent reporting.
- Asofa-Solomona vs Burgess has been highlighted as a high-profile crossover boxing bout, generating significant media attention in rugby league and boxing circles. Reports from mid-May 2026 framed it as a potential marquee clash at major boxing events in Australia, with talks and public interest intensifying in the lead-up to a scheduled date in June 2026. [Source: SSBCrack News article dated 2026-05-15]
- There were earlier reports that Burgess and Asofa-Solomona were in discussions for a crossover bout, reinforcing the sense that this fight was being actively pursued by promoters and the fighters themselves. [Source: SSBCrack article 2026-01-14]
- Public comments surrounding the rivalry included expectations of Ben Burgess’s goal to “knock out the hype train” and Asofa-Solomona’s intent to carry momentum from his boxing debut into a future clash with Burgess, signaling a highly promotional setup around the matchup. [Sources: SSBCrack 2026-01-14 and 2026-05-15]
If you’d like, I can summarize the key developments, fighter backgrounds, and promoter details in a concise timeline, or pull more up-to-date snippets from reputable outlets and (optionally) provide a visual timeline. I can also compare this crossover to other recent rugby league-to-boxing crossovers for context. Please tell me which format you prefer.
Citations:
- SSBCrack News, “Asofa-Solomona and Burgess Set for Epic Crossover Bout at Magic Round,” 2026-05-15.[1]
- SSBCrack News, “George Burgess in Talks for Crossover Boxing Match Against Nelson Asofa-Solomona,” 2026-01-14.[3]