Sonny Bill set to stay with NZR until 2019 - reports


  • Rugby
  • Tuesday, 31 May 2016

Rugby Union - New Zealand Press Conference - Oatlands Park Hotel, Weybridge, Surrey - 19/10/15 Sonny Bill Williams of New Zealand during a press conference Action Images via Reuters / Henry Browne Livepic

WELLINGTON (Reuters) - Twice World Cup winner Sonny Bill Williams is set to announce he has signed a contract to remain with New Zealand Rugby (NZR) until after the 2019 World Cup in Japan, local media reported on Tuesday.

The 30-year-old's current contract with NZR runs until the end of the year after he signed a two-year agreement following his move back from rugby league.

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