FORMER rugby league star Nelson Asofa-Solomona knocked out his opponent before jumping into the crowd to swing a punch at a fan. Asofa-Solomona - who seven years representing New Zealand an international level - crossed over to boxing in January.…
Former rugby league player Nelson Asofa-Solomona delivered a first-round knockout victory over Paul Gallen before leaping into the crowd to swing at a spectator. Following the incident, the 30-year-old improved his professional boxing record to 4-0 and immediately issued a challenge to British boxer Tommy Fury for a potential bout in the United Kingdom.
Asofa-Solomona apologized for his conduct post-fight, stating that he acted poorly after being provoked by alleged racial abuse and gestures from the crowd. The former Melbourne Storm prop noted that an object appeared to be thrown at him from the stands, which prompted his reaction.
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