Paul Gallen vs Nelson Asofa-Solomona - Tips and Predictions 2026

At 45 years old, Paul Gallen swore he was done with boxing. Turns out, No Limit were able to find enough cash to bring the G-Train back for one final bout.

The Cronulla premiership captain and NSW Origin great steps back through the ropes on Friday night to face former Melbourne Storm enforcer Nelson Asofa-Solomona in a five-round heavyweight bout in Sydney.

At 6 foot 7 and around 130kg, Nelly from Welly or ‘Big Nasty’ is an absolute giant of a man and is 15 years the junior of Paul Gallen.

Say what you will about the old Shark, but he’s tough as nails and judging from his chat at the presser this week, he still knows how to sell a fight

So, can the old bull pull off one final upset?

Whatever happens, we’ll get to see two leaguies throwing down and there’s plenty to enjoy about that.

For the latest news, analysis, and boxing odds, check out our Paul Gallen vs Nelson Asofa-Solomona tips and predictions below!

Paul Gallen vs Nelson Asolfa-Solomona: Tale of the Tape

Paul Gallen:

Age: 45 years old.

Height: 180cm

Weight: 103kg

Reach: 178cm

Pro record: 16-2-1.

Nelson Asofa-Solomona:

Age: 30 years old.

Height: 201cm

Weight: 135kg

Reach: 178cm

Pro record: 3-0

Paul Gallen vs Nelson Asofa-Solomona Prediction

First thing to note is that this fight is taking place across five x 3-minute rounds and although this is a bit of a joke compared to the usual 12 rounds of a championship fight, we’re here for it.

The rules of engagement favour NAS, who has stopped all three of his opponents with power rather than technique or a gas tank. Although, they’ve been far from experienced boxers.

His three fights have been against former NRL forwards Jeremy Latimore, Jarrod Wallace and George Burgess. But NAS has shown that his right uppercut can put anyone out and Gallen will be avoiding that one at all costs.

NAS isn't bulletproof, though. Wallace tagged him with right hands through the first two rounds before Asofa-Solomona dropped him twice in the third.

That's Gallen's way in. He's durable, he's relentless, he can box on the inside and he's spent 19 pro fights making bigger men uncomfortable. Just ask Mark Hunt.

At 45, Gallen’s back is against the wall against the younger and more athletic fighter, but he’s the better boxer by leaps and bounds and man does he have heart.

Even the Queenslanders have come around to support Gal.

If Gallen is half as good as he was against Justis Huni, Big Nasty won’t be here to stay.

Betting tip: Paul Gallen.

How to Watch Gallen vs Asofa-Solomona

Date: Friday, November 6, 2026.

Main card: From 7pm AEDT.

Location: TikTok Entertainment Centre, Sydney.

Broadcast: Pay-per-view on Main Event via Kayo Sports.

Odds are subject to change.*