Paul Gallen vs Sonny Bill Williams boxing live updates
After years of trash talk and taunting, Cronulla Sharks legend Gallen and two-code great Williams are finally meeting in a boxing ring at Qudos Bank Arena in Sydney.
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Despite the fact neither 43-year-old Gallen nor 39-year-old SBW have fought anyone since November 2022, there has still been strong interest in this long-awaited grudge match, particularly among rugby league fans.
There appears to be a healthy dislike between the two fighters, who have traded insults and barbs ever since the fight was confirmed back in April.
Sonny Bill Williams (left) and Paul Gallen (right) are finally meeting in the ring. (Photo by)
They even took over the coverage of Game 3 of the State of Origin series, taking part in a live interview after the game when they did their best to shout each other down and increase interest in the bout.
Gallen has the more accomplished record in the ring, while Kiwi Sonny Bill is the younger man and the favourite among the bookies.
There are seven fights on the card, including the son of a boxing great, before the heavyweight main event is held over eight, two-minute rounds.
We'll have all the big moments, including the undercard, for you right here.
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