Im just so impressed with Sonny Bill. Thats unbelievable. Williams retired from football because his knees could no longer take the strain. The proof in the pudding will be on Wednesday, he said. I wish we could fight tomorrow, thats how excited I am. The Daily Telegraphs Phil Rothfield tweeted: What a farce", while NRL commentator Phil Gould added: Ive spent $50 on greyhound races that lasted longer than that fight., Stunning - Barry Hall is a 45 year old man who has been retired from professional sport for a dozen years. There were some serious questions being asked of the Kiwi code-hopper after his less than spectacular return to boxing last year where he was knocked down by his unfancied opponent. But what I did know is that you will get the best me work-ethic wise. Rocking up there, I was a bit nervous, but then I held my own, it wasnt like I got smashed. Sonny Bill Williams tipped to fight Barry Hall for heavyweight world title Sport Boxing World Boxing This was published 4 months ago Greatest story in sports history: [11] According to the book The Ring: Boxing The 20th Century. Hall walks out to the Screaming Jets playing live inside the ring. garry1 (@garry182651377) March 23, 2022, Sonny Bill Williams makes easy work of Barry Hall, Nicholas Marshall (@Nichola15531379) March 23, 2022, Yikes Big Bad Punching bag Barry Hall #SBWvHall pic.twitter.com/r2s5kMSYsG, Dylan Matthews (@Dylan_Matthews6) March 23, 2022, And there we have it.Sonny Bill Williams. As part of his preparation for the Hall fight, Williams spent time in an overseas training camp with Fury and Parker. [citation needed], In 1985, McGuigan met former world featherweight champion Juan Laporte and won by a decision after ten rounds. "There's talk of Gallen, so maybe Gallen," SBW said to rousing cheers from the crowd. Both sides would say: 'Leave the fighting to McGuigan.' NRL commentator Phil Gould said: "I've spent $50 on greyhound races that lasted longer than that fight. Sonny Bill Williams is ready to make Barry Hall eat his words. 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One of the biggest fights boxing has seen in recent years has ended in extraordinary fashion with a fighter floored by a ghost punch. The son of Aussie great Anthony Mundine, Rahim displayed the the same type of speed and showmanship his father exhibited throughout his career, with the debutant keeping his hands low, while ducking and weaving throughout the bout. Mercifully, Hall was saved any further punishment when the fight was stopped at the 1:55 minute mark of the first round. "It's fact," Hall said, while playing down the considerable gap in weight. Fans immediately took to social media afterwards to slam the embarrassingly lopsided nature of the fight. The discrepancy between the two fighters was obvious, with Williams being nine years younger and weighing 11kg more. Gal has to fight SBW or Joey Leulia or Solomon Haumono(aged 47), Steve Mitchell (@stevemitchell80) March 23, 2022. Barry McGuigan competed at the 1980 Moscow Olympics as a featherweight; his record was: McGuigan began his professional boxing career on 10 May 1981, beating Selvin Bell by technical knockout (TKO) in two rounds in Dublin. Youll see.. For his next defence, he went to Las Vegas in June 1986, where he faced relatively unknown Steve Cruz from Texas as a late replacement for Ramon Fernando Sosa who pulled out for having two detached retinas. The Paul Gallen fight I wasnt nervous at all, so its a bit out of character. Ill show him something today and by tomorrow hes almost perfected it.. He helped fill the void of the record-breaking forward Tony Lockett, who had moved to the Swans the previous season. Hes a different person altogether. Is that the greatest story in sports history, if he fights for the heavyweight title? Later that year, he was named BBC Sports Personality of the Year, becoming the first person not born in the United Kingdom to win the award. Ive always been a part-time boxer, but now Im doing it fulltime I can see the growth, Williams said. Former NRL star Sonny Bill Williams destroyed AFL legend Barry Hall in just under two minutes in a matchup that stunned the boxing world. They are fighting four three-minute rounds. A ruthless Williams ended the contest a few seconds later after he landed a big right hand to the cheek that again felled Hall, prompting Fear to end the one-sided contest after one minute and 55 seconds. Were working to restore it. Following his retirement from the AFL 11 years ago, Hall who, in 2005, captained the Sydney Swans to their first AFL title in 72 years turned to professional boxing in 2019. You will see somebody who looks like a seasoned, proper fighter., Turf War - Live and Exclusive on Stan Event March 23. World Cup-winning All Black. I work with Tyson Fury, Joseph Parker and Paddy Donovan, three of the premier boxers in the world, Lee said. His immediate focus is Wednesday nights Turf War against Barry Hall a pay-per-view offering from Stan Event at Sydneys Aware Super Theatre. Centre ring. He was so accurate. He didn't have much time but he was fresh for this one. He played for St Kilda until 2001, kicking 144 g Obviously he doesnt respect me as a fighter.. The fact that I wouldn't wear green, white and gold or put on a sign that said this is who I represent was powerful. [16] He participated in The Grand Knockout Tournament 1987 charity event television special. Its a reminder that if he drops his guard for a split second, he will get tagged. It is well within his reach. "Because I was nervous before the fight.". Fellow commentator Andy Raymond said: Sonny Bill Williams is the king. What a farce, Michael Murray (@mickmurray23) March 23, 2022, A disgrace. Sonny Bill Williams is ready to make Barry Hall eat his words.Credit: James Brickwood. [19], He is the Chairman of the Professional Boxing Association, an organisation he has wanted to set up for over a decade, with the intention of teaching boxers the importance of education, and indeed educating them. WebSonny Bill Williams absolutely destroyed Barry Hall inside two minutes on Wednesday night in a performance that has likely ended the former AFL stars boxing career. So much respect for Barry and his team for coming in and doing this," Williams said. The PPV set back viewers $50 and some felt as if they hadn't received their value for money. The fakes from Sonny was incredible. Barry Hall has been forced to apologise to boxing fans after being destroyed by Sonny Bill Williams in the first round of their highly anticipated fight in Sydney on Wednesday night. "It is well within his reach. For Sonny Bill to drive straight through him like that, thats a statement.. Both were seen chatting without any venom and shared a smile. He did it with precision.". Nickolas then said he had "no respect" for Medawar in a post-fight interview in the ring. Both of you, come here. I'm here to box. Please try again later. Renowned trainer and former world champion Andy Lee has worked with Tyson Fury and Joseph Parker. Nationwide News Pty Ltd 2023. "You were holding, you were holding," he said to Medawar. Williams called out ex-NSW Origin captain Paul Gallen after the fight and the pair spoke as the victor was walking out of the ring. Under the guidance of trainers Danny McEntee and Frank Mulligan he rapidly established himself as an exceptional boxer. Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time. New footage shows Gervonta Davis sent ominous message to Ryan Garcias brother before KO, I fought Ali, Frazier and Holyfield, but none of them gave me a tougher fight than Lyle, Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window). Box-pro Box-am Kings Hall, Belfast W-RTD. News Corp is a network of leading companies in the worlds of diversified media, news, education, and information services. Order the event at stan.com.au/event, This is where the fight will be won. McGuigan stated that the support he received from both Protestants and Catholics in Ireland was because: "[the] shadows ran deep. Which is why Lee predicts fight fans will see a very different version of Williams to the one witnessed in eight professional bouts to date since 2009. Hall wins a unanimous points decision and takes his record to 8-1-1. You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked. Although Cabrera's corner protested the outcome, McGuigan remained the winner by a knockout. In his head he must be thinking that its a foregone conclusion that hes just going to walk straight through me and then onto Paul I think thats arrogant. Michael Hall def Mitchel Stapleton - Welterweight - Unanimous decision 58-55, 58-54, 58-54. I just concentrate on the next day to get better and better. Sonny Bill Williams has destroyed Barry Hall in a two-minute belting that has stunned the boxing world and left commentators in awe. Sonny Bill Williams absolutely destroyed Barry Hall inside two minutes on Wednesday night in a performance that has likely ended the former AFL stars boxing career. Long-reigning WBA featherweight champion, Eusebio Pedroza of Panama, put his title on the line at Loftus Road football stadium on London. Kambosos, who was in Nickolas' corner, who should confirming a June world title defence against American Devin Haney in Melbourne soon. After his mother's death, the family moved to New Orleans, where he began That was incredible from Sonny Bill Williams. The second time around, McGuigan prevailed, by a knockout in the eighth round. Do I believe it? He and his wife have both been patrons for children's cancer charity CLIC Sargent. No Cash out. As the A-side in the contest, there will be pressure for Williams to score an emphatic knockout, but the telling blows will only land if he is patient. Barry Hall headbutted Sonny Bill Williams as the two squared off at the weigh-in for the highly-anticipated contest. SBW has an incredible aerobic capacity, the result of good genes and an unmatched work ethic. Barry McGuigan was born in Clones, County Monaghan, Ireland. He then fired up at Nickolas, saying: "You, behave. 'HE'S A LIZARD': UFC fighter's hilarious Mark Zuckerberg call-out, 'WHAT A DISGRACE': Aussie boxer's disqualification divides fans. For him to call me arrogant is laughable in the sense that hes already said that hes going to fight me and Paul Gallen and then walk off into the sunset. Ringside commentator and Aussie boxing legend Danny Green said he was thoroughly impressed by the manner of Williams' victory. 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Parker told talkSPORT in January: Im back into training, back into training camp with Tyson. Sonny Bill Williams is ready to make Barry Hall eat his words.Credit: James Brickwood. Its about putting yourself in uncomfortable places. As a non-sectarian sporting ambassador for Northern Ireland, he drew on the experience of Joey Dunlop and George Best. Our goal is to create a safe and engaging place for users to connect over interests and passions. New to Kayo? This has been the key to Williams success across three sports. Sonny Bill Williams knocks out Barry Hall in first round of boxing bout, Catch up with The Loop, your quick wrap of this morning's news. He just smoked him. It was the second time the Swans premiership winner had been knocked down in the space of 15 seconds. The Sydney fighter laid on some brutal body shots but Singh withstood all the punishment to finish the fight standing, which looked doubtful during the clash. It was a very mature and dangerous thing to do. Asked to respond to Lees comments, Williams said: I look at Andy as one of the best trainers in the world. This inspired the Hacienda Brothers' song "If Daddy Don't Sing Danny Boy", written by boxer and musician Chris Gaffney. He hits hard and I got caught. The ringside microphones heard the pair exchanging words of nothing but respect. [13], McGuigan made his first defences against American Bernard Taylor, who was stopped in the ninth round, and Danilo Cabrera, who was knocked out in fourteen rounds. It will also be the first time since 2019 that Hall returns to the boxing ring having fought Paul Gallen in their Code War bout. Asked about his next fight, Williams referred to the long-talked about match-up against fellow former NRL great Paul Gallen. The man guiding Sonny Bill Williams boxing career believes it isnt as far-fetched as it sounds, declaring the cross-code star a realistic chance of fighting for a world title. Physically, boxing is a lot less torture on the joints, believe it or not, he said. There was some confusion with the referee appearing to wave the fight off as Hall got back to his feet. The 36-year-old Williams, who weighed in 11 kilos heavier than Hall, improved his professional record to 9-0 while Hall dropped to 0-1-1. Hall apologised for his performance after the fight. Barry McGuigan competed at the 1980 Moscow Olympics as a featherweight; his record was: Round of 32: defeated Issack Mabushi (Tanzania) referee stopped contest in Williams comes out to plenty of support from the crowd surrounded by an entourage. Yes, it hurts and will be extremely hard, but growth will come from it. This service may include material from Agence France-Presse (AFP), APTN, Reuters, AAP, CNN and the BBC World Service which is copyright and cannot be reproduced. This service is provided on talkSPORT Ltd's Terms of Use in accordance with our Privacy Policy. But I just wasn't myself today. I apologise to my family because I feel like Ive let everyone down. Its something that the former All Black has worked in training camps with Tyson Fury and Joseph Parker. Published 22:09, 23 March 2022 GMT. That was just a domination against a beast of a man in Barry Hall.. He stepped up and had a go. Ali dies of injuries sustained in the fight, McGuigan attempted to establish an association to protect the rights of boxers against what he, and others, considered omnipotent managers and promoters. https://t.co/QZmzr1cdRK, Tusubira Luyirika (@tymmo_luyirika) March 23, 2022. Moments later the two-time NRL premiership winner landed a right hand that ended the fight. Williams now holds an undefeated profession recorded of 9-0. Plenty of drama on the undercards tonight - and the Michael Hall v Mitchel Stapleton bout had everything from head clashes, low blows and even the referee demanding Stapleton to get up after copping a second shot below the belt. It showed that he sourced the best from Tyson Fury overseas. In the 1980s, he was a chat show host on BBC1. His most memorable performance for the Saints was his 3-goal burst during a five-minute period in the second quarter of the 1997 Grand Final, in which put his side in a strong position going into half-time, despite St Kilda going on to be defeated by Adelaide by 31 points at the MCG. Hes as good as any, Lee replied. Thats something he had to learn.. Boxing Record. Language links are at the top of the page across from the title. He needed to change that mindset. He beat former world title challengers Nicky Perez and Francisco Tomas da Cruz, as well as contender Julio Csar Miranda, before facing former EBU featherweight champ and future WBC and WBA super featherweight challenger Jim McDonnell. [citation needed], McGuigan lives near Whitstable, Kent, with his wife. Im really disappointed obviously because I put in a lot of work, as he did, but I know all the fans out there will be disappointed, he said. ", Another user commented: "Stoked I'll be able to watch the whole thing in an Instagram reel but. However, Williams' trainer and former WBO middleweight world champion Andy Lee believes the former All Blacks player can shoot even further. Fighting fitness is completely different [to football], its something you have to build up, Lee said. At regional level he also held the British and European featherweight titles between 1983 and 1985. The action you just performed triggered the security solution. After that fight McGuigan retired partly due to the death of his father in 1987. Going through those experiences you gain confidence. Both fighters showed immense will to be standing at the end of the six-round welterweight clash. He is 62 years old, and will be turning 63 in 10 months. I want to fight the best on the George Kambosos undercard. Not content with defeating Barry Hall, Sonny Bill Williams called out fellow former NRL legend Paul Gallen. McGuigan also overcame contenders Paul DeVorce and Charm Chiteule, retained his British and European titles against Clyde Ruan, and held on to the latter belt against Esteban Eguia to keep alive his chances of a world title fight. Theres no real way of gaining confidence unless you do the work. What do you say? ", Phil Rothfield, of The Daily Telegraph, also tweeted: "What a farce.". In what could easily be the domestic fight of the year, Paul Fleming won an absolute war against Jackson England by unanimous decision. event bout wiki. Im not blowing smoke; my ambition with Sonny is to one day fight for the heavyweight championship, Lee told the Sydney Morning Herald and The Age. Thats not for me to say, Williams said. The world title defence.". Williams admitted he was initially apprehensive when given the opportunity to rub shoulders with Fury and Parker. Hes as good as any, Lee said. After another win, he suffered his first setback, losing a hotly disputed decision to Peter Eubank (brother of Chris Eubank) over eight rounds at Corn Exchange at the Brighton Dome. Card payments only. In Ireland, he was beating all the sparring partners, he didnt lose one spar, he barely lost a round. Sonny Bill Williams scored a dominant first round knockout win over Barry Hall, dropping the former AFL premiership winner three times before the fight was stopped. No respect. Then her family intervened, Celebrities arrive at the Met Gala for fashion's biggest night, A year ago, this Australian couple fled Ukraine with their three cats. He looked relaxed and composed and fired off some slick flurries of blows. Hall and Williams eventually shook hands before the latter shoved the 45-year-old in the chest as they headed their separate ways. Order the event at stan.com.au/event, Greatest story in sports history: SBW tipped to fight for heavyweight world title. With revenue, real fighters will want to fight Sonny. In 1984, he won six bouts, all by knockout. However, Williams had never fully devoted himself to boxing. [citation needed]. This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks. But what underlines that is discipline, persistence and hard work. McGuigan and his wife were feted in a public reception through the streets of Belfast that attracted hundreds of thousands of well-wishers. Were working to restore it. Sonny Bill Williams has knocked out AFL great Barry Hall in the first round of their highly-anticipated fight that proved an utter mismatch. His father was singer Pat McGuigan (died 1987). Barry got caught cold. Williams improved his professional record to nine wins, with four by knockout, and no losses. The matter was finally settled out of court in November 2020. Fighting and sparring is about being able to perform and think when youre tired. The 36-year-old won the rugby unions World Cup in 2011 and the rugby league equivalent in 2015, while he also boasts a boxing record of 8-0. Rahim Mundine ticked a lot of boxes in his professional boxing debut, scoring a convincing win over Lepani Levatia. [22] The popular German musician and composer Udo Lindenberg also dedicated his song "Jonny Boxer" to McGuigan in 1986.

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