PAUL Gallen is out of this weekend's NRL All Stars clash.

The NSW State of Origin captain pulled up sore from this morning's training session with a minor quad strain.

A disappointed Gallen said he had picked up the injury last week while training with the Sharks, but was hoping to be 100 per cent fit in time for Saturday’s match.

"It’s a shame because it’s a match I really would have loved to be a part of," Gallen said.

"I could probably play at a pinch, but I just don’t want to make it worse."

Cronulla’s Chris Heighington replaces Gallen in the NRL All Stars line-up.

"It's certainly unfortunate for Gal but I’m excited to receive the call-up to play," Heighington said.



"All Stars is a great event and I'm looking forward to having the opportunity to play with and against some of the best players in the game."

Originally published as Gallen out of All Stars game