Oh brother! George Burgess heading back Down Under

Dewsbury-born England forward George Burgess has returned to the NRL after signing a two-and-a-half-year deal with St George Illawarra.
By YP Sport
Published 9th Aug 2021, 08:23 BST
Wigan Warriors' George Burgess: Signed new deal in the NRL. Picture: Martin Rickett/PAWigan Warriors' George Burgess: Signed new deal in the NRL. Picture: Martin Rickett/PA
Wigan Warriors' George Burgess: Signed new deal in the NRL. Picture: Martin Rickett/PA

The 29-year-old was released by Wigan in February after hip surgery ruled him out for the season.

He has now secured a return to Australia, where twin Thomas plays for South Sydney, until the end of the 2023 season at least.

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George Burgess previously made 149 NRL appearances for the Rabbitohs, often alongside his twin and other brothers Sam and Luke.

“George will make a significant contribution to us here at the Dragons on and off the field; his experience and career achievements will only have a positive influence on the development of the younger players currently within our squad,” said Dragons general manager Ben Haran.

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