AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND - MARCH 09: Sonny Bill Williams of the Blues warms up ahead of the round 4 Super Rugby match between the Blues and the Sunwolves at QBE Stadium on March 09, 2019 in Auckland, New Zealand. (Photo by Hannah Peters/Getty Images)

Sonny Bill Wiliams could make a shock Test match rugby league return for Samoa next year in their once-off clash with England.

According to The Daily Telegraph, Samoa is keen for Williams to play in the June 20 contest likely to be held at Parramatta’s Bankwest Stadium.

The 34-year old has Samoan heritage through his father John, while his cousin represented Samoa in ruby union.

Samoa coach Matt Parish reportedly has not directly contacted Williams but third parties are pushing for him to consider playing for the nation.

It is believed that Williams' availability could sell out Bankwest Stadium's approximate 30,000 capacity.

Samoan officials are hopeful that if Williams plays it will inspire other Pacific players to choose them over other rival nations.

New Zealand are also keen to secure him.

“Sonny Bill would be massive for our team in terms of what we are trying to achieve,” Parish told The Daily Telegraph.

“My indications are that he is very keen. I definitely think playing for Samoa would appeal to Sonny at this stage of his career.

“We will be exploring every option. He is a leader on and off the field. Everywhere he goes Sonny Bill has a massive influence.

“Anything is a possibility. His leadership would be invaluable off the field and, on the field, his footy speaks for itself.

“I reckon we would fill Bankwest Stadium for the England game if we can get the players we want.

“Sonny Bill’s presence on a football field is enormous. Look at what he did when he returned to the Roosters in 2013 … they won the premiership.

“I haven’t spoken to Sonny directly but I know people who have.”

Asked if he thought New Zealand would also pursue him, Parish said: “They’d be crazy not to.”

Samoa are also keen for Williams to play in the 2021 World Cup in England and post-season Tests after 2020.

The 34-year old recently signed a $5 million-a-season contract with English Super League club Toronto Wolfpack.

 

6 COMMENTS

  1. ……..NEWS FLASH……..

    From the Turner article…..Penso is indeed the BrisbaneBunny…..lets look at his two separate logins and notice the exact same words used in this story by the same penso the clown individual.

    pensoDecember 13, 2019 at 8:54 pm

    “F.. off…..Turner is a solid player and I wish he was still there, but he is not”

    brisbanebunnyDecember 15, 2019 at 9:08 pm

    “Turner is solid player who can cover a number of positions”

    The evidence is overwhelming that penso is still in love with his sacked hero Turner both as penso and as his other login name the BrisbaneBunny. Hahahaha. Your busted big time Shadow/penso/brizyrabbit!!!! Haha
    Hahaha…hahahaha…..hahahaaa!!!!!

  2. Wonder where Monney Bill would be these days if he didnt do a runner on the doggies bro that fateful day? $weet a$.

  3. Hey Adam. You know this article is about SBW right?

    Why do you and the other Easts and Souths nutters need to clutter up every article with your repetitive, irrelevant and childish drivel?

    Why don’t you all save up your pocket money and get a room.

  4. That’s the thing EOD, it potentially is a big deal. If SBW turns out for a few games for Samoa, it might lead to some younger guys pledging their allegiance too, rather than NZ or Australia, which is good for the game. Like with his signing at Toronto, it isn’t all about what he does on the field, but what he brings off the field.

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