The upcoming bout is expected to be Gallen's toughest fight to date, as he looks to continue his recent run of form that includes wins over UFC legend Mark Hunt<\/a> former WBA heavyweight champion Lucas Browne<\/a>.<\/p>\n But after Gallen defeated Browne via TKO in the opening round of their bout, Fenech, a boxing Hall of Famer who won world titles across three weight divisions, says he expects the NRL great to hand Huni his toughest fight yet.<\/p>\n "Gallen has put boxing back in the headlines for the right reasons and we thank you," Fenech said on Tuesday at a fight press conference.<\/p>\n "He has a huge test this time because Justis is one of most skillful guys I've seen, but I also had lots of those thoughts thinking Lucas could do certain things and Gallen stopped him in round one by his sheer willpower and mental toughness.<\/p>\n "It's going to be a tough fight for Justis, it will be a tough night. I'm sure they will be both be prepared.<\/p>\n "I can't wait to see what happens. I wouldn't be surprised If I'm surprised again."<\/p>\n After hearing the comments made by Fenech, Gallen revealed the Australian boxing great approached him prior to his fight with Browne to discuss his "concerns" for the former Cronulla Shark.<\/p>\n "Me and Jeff have a relationship, he knows me and he does care for me a little bit," Gallen said.<\/p>\n "He did come to me about the Lucas Browne fight and was concerned.<\/p>\n "He spoke to me openly and a little bit concerned and I said, 'Jeff, I will be Ok.' I surprised him there.<\/p>\n "I know deep down he thinks Justis will win but I'm here as he said to surprise him and everyone again.<\/p>\n "I train my backside off, I work hard, I get in the ring mentally prepared.<\/p>\n "I haven't faced someone like Justis before, I agree with that. I haven't faced someone with his speed and talent, I agree with that.<\/p>\n "But he hasn't someone like me, I promise you that. I've been a professional athlete for over 20 years.<\/p>\n "There's a reason I've been a professional athlete for over 20 years and that's because of the preparation I do. When I get in there I will be 100 per cent prepared."<\/p>\n For a daily dose of the best of the breaking news and exclusive content from Wide World of Sports, subscribe to our newsletter by<\/strong><\/em> clicking here!<\/strong><\/em><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<\/p>\n
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