SYDNEY SUPER FIGHT featuring the 'SUPER SAMOAN' MARK HUNT

The biggest boxing event to be held in Sydney for more than a decade was confirmed today after leading promoters No Limit Boxing announced Bankwest Stadium as the venue for an historic Double Header on December 16, 2020.

Alongside Australian boxing star Tim Tszyu who will be fighting Kiwi boxer Bowyn Morgan, the 'Super Samoan' Mark Hunt makes his return to the ring against former NRL star Paul Gallen in what will be the first co-main event to be held in Australia and the first Sydney stadium fight since Mundine vs Green in 2006. 

Paul Gallen and Mark Hunt is a rare match-up set to attract the interest of all sports fans, excited to see two big men with big mouths finally go toe-to-toe after a previously scheduled contest for April was cancelled due to COVID-19.

Mark ‘Super Samoan’ Hunt, was one of UFC biggest hitters, regularly knocking out opponents throughout his UFC, MMA & Pride Fighting career.  He was a fan favourite, with a huge following known for his antics in and out of the ring.  Paul Gallen, undefeated in his 10 fight career, with 9 wins and a controversial draw in his highly publicised fight against Barry Hall. Renowned as one of the NRL’s toughest and hardest players throughout his stellar 348 game NRL career, Gallen is a fascinating opponent for Hunt.

George Rose, CEO of No Limit Boxing, said the Sydney Super Fight will be an unforgettable event to end what has been a challenging year for everyone.

“It’s incredible to be in this position to put on one of the biggest live sporting events in Australia after the year we’ve all had,” Rose said.

“Hats off to everyone, especially the New South Wales Government, for the way in which they have managed the response to the pandemic, because the reality is without it, we wouldn’t be here today announcing this exciting event for punters to enjoy the week before Christmas.  As for the Sydney Super Fight itself, what’s not to love!?"

“I expect it to not only be the biggest crowd for a fight in Australia this year, but also the biggest audience - full stop.

“Why wouldn’t it be? You’ve got the undisputed star of Australian boxing in Tim taking on the best from New Zealand in Morgan.

“Then there’s the two legends, two absolute sporting icons in Gal and Mark. Everyone knows there’s no love lost between these two.”

The card will also see Tim Tszyu return to the ring for the first time since his clinical disposal of Jeff Horn in Townsville in August. He will take on New Zealand’s Bowyn Morgan, who hasn’t tasted defeat since 2016 and has knocked out his past three opponents. Morgan is rated New Zealand No. 2 pound-for-pound fighter behind Joseph Parker and is ranked in the IBF's Top 15 Welterweights. He lost the chance to move into the Top 10 when COVID robbed him of a hometown fight against Japanese based American Charles Bellamy.

Tickets for the Sydney Superfight go on sale at 10am Monday 2nd November via Ticketek Australia.

Tickets are priced from $29 and are strictly limited due to COVID-19 restrictions. With at least eight fights on the bill, these prices reflect exceptional value for money. A limited number of tickets are available on the Bankwest Stadium surface with the majority of tickets located in the grandstands.

In case y'all forgot - here's some of the 'Super Samoan's' best knockouts -