Paul Gallen vs. Sonny Bill Williams super fight: Gallen scores close win over SBW as Mundine-Green rivalry flares

Paul Gallen and Sonny Bill Williams’ bitter bout has been put to rest, but talk of another chapter in the Mundine-Green rivalry has been sparked after a TKO win.

Paul Gallen has promised he won’t gloat after finally conquering Sonny Bill Williams.

Gallen was awarded a tight split decision victory, but despite the bad blood spilled over the past few weeks, they shook hands - and exchanged plenty of words during a long, tense, standoff.

One judge scored it 77-74 Gallen, the second went 77-74 to SBW, with the third and decisive judge giving Gallen the nod 76-75.

Paul Gallen and Sonny Bill Williams talk after their heavyweight bout. Picture: Getty Images

“I got the win, that’ll be there forever,” Gallen said.

“At the end of the day I’m 44 in a month. I’ve finished my fights.

“I’m not going to bring it up or carry on. I’m not going to gloat. It’s been a long time coming.

“I got the job done, that’s all that matters.”

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While SBW quickly left the ring after Gallen’s win was announced, the premiership-winning Sharks captain said he’d meet with the dual international - after he had the chance to put up his feet.

“I sincerely wish the best to him and his family,” he said. “We might not break bread but I’ll have a coffee and meet him man to man.

“I can’t wait to go back to being a dad. The last few months have been so consuming.

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Originally published as Paul Gallen vs. Sonny Bill Williams super fight: Gallen scores close win over SBW as Mundine-Green rivalry flares