Mundine will protest national anthem at Green rematch

When fellow indigenous Australian Jessica Mauboy sings the national anthem at Mundine v Green, 'Choc' will refuse to stand in protest of what the anthem stands for.

The controversial Mundine has previously encouraged athletes to not acknowledge the anthem, claiming it is 'disrespectful' to indigenous Australians.

 “I’ll have no choice but to take a seat,'' Mundine told The Daily Telegraph.

“It’s a racist anthem and doesn’t represent our people.

“It’s disrespectful to our people. And this is close to my heart. I like Jessica but it’s not for our people.

''They are just using her because she is black.''

Foxtel are in talks with Mundine to find a solution whilst broadcasting to avoid any awkwardness.

 “First and foremost I want to focus on the fight,” Mundine said.

“I’m not trying to divide people or be controversial but you’ve asked the question and I’m answering it honestly to tell people where I stand. We’re not young and free.

“My people are still being oppressed. Nothing’s changed ... the anthem isn’t right. It’s not for all of Australia. I just can’t stand up for something I don’t believe in.”

The highly-anticipated rematch with Danny Green will be the 41-year-old's last fight of his career, ending the same way it began - filled with controversy.