From the turf to the ring, Sonny Bill Williams and Paul Gallen are ready to fight in a highly anticipated boxing match in Sydney on July 16.
Representing New Zealand, Williams (9-1) won the World Cup twice in a career that spanned from rugby league in 2004 to union until 2019. Turning pro in 2009, Williams won local heavyweight gold. His last fight was a loss in 2022 against former UFC fighter Mark Hunt.
Sydneysider Gallen (15-2-1) is a 2016 NRL Premiership Champion and the former captain and representative of the New South Wales rugby team. His career spanned from 2001 to 2019. Joining boxing in 2014, Gallen failed to capture local Australian gold twice. He's currently on a three-fight win streak.
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After almost ten years of teasing a clash, the former rugby stars will finally step into the squared circle. What can fans of both expect when they face off?
"Everything is always about Sonny. Sonny gets what Sonny wants. You've wasted my time the past 10 years. July 16 we'll get it done. I hope you train hard… I've still got enough left in me to beat you. I'll see you soon, champion," Gallen said via Rolling Stone.
"When it comes to the past 10 years, he's always attacked my character… I've earned the right to be here… I'm going to smash his face. He's there to be hit, and he's going to get hit," Williams said.
Here's how to get the cheapest prices and best deals for Sonny Bill Williams vs. Paul Gallen.
When is Sonny Bill Williams vs. Paul Gallen?
- Date: July 16, 2025
- Location: Qudos Bank Arena - Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Sonny Bill Williams vs. Paul Gallen is on July 16.
Sonny Bill Williams vs. Paul Gallen tickets
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Sonny Bill Williams vs. Paul Gallen will be at the Qudos Bank Arena in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. The arena can hold up to 21,000 people.
Boxing fans can purchase tickets to Sonny Bill Williams vs. Paul Gallen via Ticketek.
There are multiple levels of pricing for the event:
- Best available: $49
- Bronze: $79
- Silver: $99
- Gold: $149
- Platinum: $199
- Diamond: $249
- Ringside Hospitality (Rows 7+): $495
- Ringside Hospitality (Rows 4-6): $695
- Ringside Hospitality (Rows 3): $795
- Ringside Hospitality (Row 2): $895
- Ringside Hospitality (Row 1): $1,495
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Qudos Bank Arena seat map for Sonny Bill Williams vs. Paul Gallen
The seating map for the Qudos Bank Arena can be found here on the Qudos Bank Arena website.
From there, you can select your seat from an interactive map and get an idea of what the view will look like from your seats.
We recommend checking the seat map so you can be satisfied with your ticket purchase.
Sonny Bill Williams vs. Paul Gallen fight card
- Sonny Bill Williams vs. Paul Gallen; Heavyweights
- Kris Terzievski vs. Troy Pilcher; Heavyweights
- Clay Waterman vs. Mose Auimatagi Jr.; Cruiserweights
- David Nyika vs. Nikolas Charalampous; Cruiserweights
- Alex Leapai Jr. vs. Herve Silu Mata; Heavyweights
- Rahim Mundine vs. Joe Vatusaqata; Super Middleweights