Williams handed All Blacks call

Former rugby league star Sonny Bill Williams has been named in New Zealand’s 30-man squad for their end-of-season tour of the northern hemisphere but there is no place for Aaron Cruden, Robbie Fruean or Colin Slade.

Sun, 17 Oct, 2010 - 11:20

Former rugby league star Sonny Bill Williams has been named in New Zealand’s 30-man squad for their end-of-season tour of the northern hemisphere but there is no place for Aaron Cruden, Robbie Fruean or Colin Slade.

Williams, 25, has impressed All Blacks coach Graham Henry with his ability to break tackles and with his huge strength and ability to offload.

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