Two Codes is Not Enough?

Crossover star Sonny Bill Williams courted plenty of controversy last year when he ditched rugby league for rugby union in France. A professional career in two highly physical sports would be enough for many, both in terms of accomplishment and in terms of punishment. For Sonny Bill, though, a little more challenge seems to have been called for as he began his boxing career to much fanfare this week. After some pre-match friction, Williams took down Gary "The Baboon" Gurr in the second round of a shortened-rounds bout.

Although Williams will be busy with rugby union thoughts for a little while as he plays for the Barbarians against Australia next weekend, he has mentioned that he'd like to fight again. Although there have been some complaints that the fight was a farce, the video clips below suggest that Williams has promise if he wants to return to the squared circle.

The leadup:


Pre-fight antics:


Bout highlights:


The entire first round:


What's next for Sonny Bill? You tell us.