No holiday for All Blacks prop

All Blacks prop looking to drive home a point in Perth

He's back on familiar territory, but New Zealand's Tamaiti Williams will show where his true loyalties lie when the All Blacks take on the Wallabies in Perth.

No holiday for All Blacks prop

Tamaiti Williams Williams was born in New Zealand but lived in Perth up to the age of 16, playing rugby union on Saturdays and rugby league on Sundays. Photo John Cowpland Prop Tamaiti Williams has returned to the city where he grew up, greeted by a contingent of family and friends, but says Perth will be all business as the All Blacks chase a statement win over Australia and another piece of silverware.

Rugby-No holiday for All Blacks prop Williams on return to Perth

MELBOURNE (Reuters) -New Zealand prop Tamaiti Williams has returned to the city where he grew up, greeted by a contingent of family and friends, but says Perth will be all business as the All Blacks chase a statement win over Australia and another piece of silverware.

Tamaiti Williams Returns to Perth with All Blacks for High-Stakes Rugby Showdown | Sports-Games

New Zealand prop Tamaiti Williams returns to Perth, where he lived until age 16, as the All Blacks prepare to face Australia at Perth Stadium. With the Rugby Championship on the line, Williams is set to play a key role following an injury to fellow prop Ethan de Groot. Despite family ties in the city, Williams emphasized the focus on business over leisure. The Wallabies are poised to offer a stern challenge with key players returning.

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