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‘F***ing embarrassing’: Gallen’s brutal sledge over Nelson Asofa-Solomona’s infamous Bali brawl

Paul Gallen has urged Nelson Asofa-Solomona to quit the fight night schtick that involves wearing a balaclava into arenas – saying he looks like “a d***head” -- while also slamming the new crossover star’s infamous Bali street fight video as…

By Nick Walshaw · FOX Sports Australia

Published: Sunday, 1 November 2026 at 8:57 PM

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Paul Gallen criticized Nelson Asofa-Solomona, calling footage of his 2019 Bali brawl embarrassing.
Gallen questioned Asofa-Solomona's record, noting his previous knockout wins came against retired football players.
The two heavyweights are scheduled to fight on Friday night at Sydney's Tik Tok Arena.

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Paul Gallen has strongly criticized upcoming boxing opponent Nelson Asofa-Solomona ahead of their heavyweight bout at Tik Tok Arena in Sydney. Gallen labeled footage of Asofa-Solomona's 2019 Bali street brawl as embarrassing, pointing out that the Melbourne Storm forward failed to land any punches during the altercation.

Gallen also mocked Asofa-Solomona for wearing a balaclava on fight nights and repeatedly posting knockout highlights against former rugby league players. Entering the contest at age 45, Gallen declared he faces no pressure in the bout and views the fight as a lucrative boost to his retirement fund.

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‘F***ing embarrassing’: Gallen’s brutal sledge over Nelson Asofa-Solomona’s infamous Bali brawl

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