Paul Gallen returns to boxing to face ex-NRL rival Nelson Asofa-Solomona

The undisputed king of crossover boxing Paul Gallen returns to face unbeaten Nelson Asofa-Solomona in a blockbuster Sydney showdown. He said he was done. He isn’t. Australian sporting icon and crossover star Paul ‘G-Train’ Gallen will step back through the…

By Jack Egan · Fight News Australia

Published: Tuesday, 22 September 2026 at 12:57 AM

Key Things to Know

Paul Gallen will return to boxing to fight Nelson Asofa-Solomona in Sydney on November 6.
Gallen previously retired from professional boxing in 2025 with a record of 16-2-1.
Asofa-Solomona is undefeated in his boxing career with three knockouts in three fights.

The Story in 60 Seconds

Former rugby league star Paul Gallen is returning to the boxing ring to face undefeated heavyweight Nelson Asofa-Solomona. The heavyweight bout is scheduled to take place in Sydney on Friday, November 6. Gallen previously retired from boxing in 2025 after a successful crossover career.

Asofa-Solomona enters the fight with an undefeated record of three wins, all coming by way of knockout. Gallen, who holds a professional record of 16-2-1, will face a significant size disadvantage against his opponent, who stands 200 centimeters tall and weighs over 130 kilograms.

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Paul Gallen returns to boxing to face ex-NRL rival Nelson Asofa-Solomona

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