George Burgess announces retirement from Rugby League
George Burgess has announced his retirement from Rugby League effective immediately.
George Burgess debuted in Round 13 of the 2021 NRL season. He played 149 matches for the South Sydney Rabbitohs, 8 matches for the Wigan Warriors and 4 matches for the St George Illawarra Dragons.
"It is with a heavy heart that I officially announce my retirement from rugby league," he wrote.
"It has been a dream come true to live out my boyhood dream and represent my family and country through my time especially at @ssfcrabbitohs and @englandrugbyleague.
"Unfortunately injuries ended my career before I would've liked but I am a happy man walking away from this beautiful game with my achievements.
"I want to thank all my coaches and team mates over the years who have helped me, along with my loving family and wife @joanna.m.burgess.
"Over and out."