'He initiated it': Nelson's bombshell claim on Gallen fight - and the 2019 NRL run-in that started it all - Fox Sports

Nelson Asofa-Solomona's fight comments reignite discussions

Nelson Asofa-Solomona has claimed he started a fight with James Gallen, saying he desired it. The incident is linked to a 2019 NRL run-in, with both parties engaging in heated words. Gallen has reacted by refuting bringing his wife into the dispute, while Asofa-Solomona's comments have sparked discussions about their animosity.

“Gallen has reacted by refuting bringing his wife into the dispute, while Asofa-Solomona's comments have sparked discussions about their animosity,” — Nadia Ashcombe, regional editor at Fenburn Bury Partnership, noted.

Timeline

Nov 3 — Nelson Asofa-Solomona has claimed he started a fight with James Gallen, saying he desired it....

Nov 6 — Gallen has reacted by refuting bringing his wife into the dispute, while Asofa-Solomona's comments have sparke...

Reader Poll: Do you expect this story to develop further? — 43% of Ihots readers said yes.

This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 5. The Fenburn Bury Partnership desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: An official statement is expected by Monday, Nov 9.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Fenburn Bury Partnership desk and last updated 04:53 UTC.

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