Sonny Bill Williams quotes

Sonny Bill Williams is a New Zealander athlete known for his achievements in both rugby league and rugby union. Renowned for his athleticism and versatility, he has also pursued a career in professional boxing. He is celebrated for being one of the few athletes to excel at the highest level in multiple sports. Here are 11 of his quotes:

I try not to read too much in the media because they're either gonna put you on a pedestal too high or underplay you.

Sonny Bill Williams

I feel that if I am busting my arse, if I am stretching at night, if I am working hard in the gym, if I am doing all of my extras out on the field, if I am the first one there and the last to leave or whatever, and if I am giving my all every game, then I deserve to be the man I want to be rather than the man other people want me to be.

Sonny Bill Williams

I am the first to jump up and say that I am a proud Samoan.

Sonny Bill Williams

I feel like I am on the right path now. It has helped me with my confidence on the sporting field and with my self-belief, but outside of sport my life is a lot smoother too. Like everyone, I have my faults and I veer off the path sometimes, but my faith helps me get back on it and to stay being a good person. I am a lot happier now in my own skin.

Sonny Bill Williams

Every sport has helped me excel in another. Boxing has given me the mental strength to know that I can face anything on the field, without a doubt.

Sonny Bill Williams

If you don't have massive dreams, you might as well stay in bed.

Sonny Bill Williams

In 20 years time, I want to say 'didn't I have a go when I was in my prime', and I went back to play rugby league, tried to make the Rugby World Cup, tried to make the Olympics or tried to win the World Cup with the Kiwis.

Sonny Bill Williams

When I finish my sporting career it's not about what I've done, or being remembered as a legend. For me it's just about being the best father, husband and man I can be.

Sonny Bill Williams

In 2013, Sonny Bill Williams drove the Roosters to glory with the skill, footwork and defensive weaponry that makes him arguably the most complete back-rower the code has seen.

Sonny Bill Williams