{"id":299929,"date":"2023-05-24T05:20:14","date_gmt":"2023-05-24T05:20:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sportinfo.pro\/?p=299929"},"modified":"2023-05-24T05:57:52","modified_gmt":"2023-05-24T05:57:52","slug":"the-players-in-line-for-shot-at-afl-heavyweights","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sportinfo.pro\/?p=299929","title":{"rendered":"The players in line for shot at AFL heavyweights"},"content":{"rendered":"

Former AFL<\/a> stars Cameron Mooney and Tom Bellchambers will come to blows<\/a> on Wednesday night as part of No Limit Boxing's Melbourne card at Margaret Court Arena.<\/p>\n

The \ufeffall-AFL heavyweight clash is expected to draw significant interest, alongside former heavyweight world champion Joseph Parker<\/a>'s bout and Australian Nikita Tszyu<\/a>'s fight.<\/p>\n

Since NRL great Paul Gallen<\/a> hung up his gloves last year, Australian boxing promoters have been pushing for the next football player to promote in the ring.<\/p>\n

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While a host of ex-NRL stars have forged boxing careers with varying levels of success, the AFL market has been largely untapped.\ufeff<\/p>\n

Former AFL agitator Barry Hall<\/a> made his professional boxing debut in 2019 but was capped at only two fights after a draw with Gallen and a heavy loss to Sonny Bill Williams.<\/p>\n

Since retiring in 2011, three-time premiership player Mooney, 43, has taken up commentary duties. He is ten years older than his opponent,\ufeff 33-year-old Bellchambers, who retired from the game in 2020.<\/p>\n

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Standing at 182cm, Bellchambers also significantly outweighs Mooney, but adding to the intrigue, Mooney has more boxing experience with years of sparring under his belt.<\/p>\n

The \ufeffpair will meet in a heavyweight bout lasting three two-minute rounds.<\/p>\n

However, before the fight has even begun, attention has already turned to the victors' next opponent with several other footy players \ufeffeager for an opportunity.<\/p>\n

Mitch Robinson<\/a> is reportedly interested in tempting fate on No Limit Boxing's next cross-code card.<\/p>\n

A former Blue and Lion, Robinson, 33, \ufeffplayed 247 senior games before his abrupt retirement at the end of last season. He now boasts a large online presence with his own YouTube channel and podcast.<\/p>\n

The \ufeffpromoter also has several rugby league players on its books including newly-minted NSW Origin forward Tevita Pangai Jnr.<\/p>\n

Nelson Asofa-Solomona, Matt Lodge and Siosiua Taukeiaho are also rumoured to be on board with a fight night later this year.<\/p>\n

\"Tevita<\/p>\n

In Wednesday's co-main event, Tszyu (5-0, 4KO) will face Benjamin Bommber (5-0, 4 KO).<\/p>\n

Worryingly for Tszyu, Bommber has been training out of Floyd Mayweather's gym in Las Vegas and has linked up with undisputed lightweight champion Devin Haney's team in preparation.<\/p>\n

Parker will fight for the commonwealth heavyweight title against Faiga Opel. The victor will become the first fighter from the Pacific to claim the honour.<\/p>\n

\ufeffHow to watch?<\/h3>\n

In Australia, fans can tune in via Foxtel's Main Event or Kayo Sports.<\/p>\n

When does the card start?\ufeff<\/h3>\n

The main card starts at 7pm AEST on Wednesday May 24. The main event ringwalks are scheduled for 10pm.<\/p>\n

Full fight card:<\/h3>\n

Joseph Parker vs Faiga 'Django' Opelu, 10 rounds, heavyweight<\/p>\n

Nikita Tszyu vs Ben Bommber, 6 rounds, super welterweight<\/p>\n

\ufeffCam Mooney vs Tom Bellchambers, 3 rounds, heavyweight<\/p>\n

Joel Taylor vs Ben Horn, 6 rounds, 68.5kg catchweight<\/p>\n

Jayde Mitchell vs Max Reeves, 8 rounds, 78.5kg catchweight<\/p>\n

David Nyika vs Louis Marsters, 5 rounds, cruiserweight<\/p>\n

Campbell Somerville vs Isaias Sette, 5 rounds, super welterweight<\/p>\n

Luke Gersbeck vs Jack Moore, 5 rounds, 69.0kg catch weight<\/p>\n

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