All Blacks superstar Sonny Bill Williams turned cheerleader today as he joined thousands of fans at the opening day of the 2015 Emirates Airline Dubai Rugby 7s. Williams played the role of supportive big brother as his sister, Niall, turned out for defending women’s champions, New Zealand And speaking exclusively to Dubai Eye, Williams said he’d be looking to learn a thing or two from his sister as he prepares to make the switch to 7s.
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