The Christchurch-basedSuper Rugby club, “the Crusaders”, has made the first change in its re-brand after calls for the franchise to change its name following themosque shootings, Otago Daily Times reported. “Even prior to 15 March, the Crusaders had signaled their intention to complete a brand review,” NZ Rugby boss Steve Tew said. “While the events …
Muslim superstar Sonny Bill Williams has received a warm praise in a documentary on American television, describing his concern for the Christchurch families after the March-15 mosque massacre as genuine and authentic, Stuff reported. “That was my time and I needed to step up,” Williams told the HBO channel’sReal Sports program. “I know I represent …
As a committed Muslim, New Zealand rugby superstar Sonny Bill Williams hopes to continue inspiring young Muslims, Pacific Islanders and his children, as he looks to grow as a person and leader, TV New Zealand reported. “I know I didn’t have to study, but I want my kids to grow up to be whatever they …
Four Manly Sea Eagles players paid an emotional visit Thursday, March 28, to one of the mosques which were the scene of a terrorist shooting in Christchurch about two weeks ago, Newshub reported. “It’s hard to deal with those sort of things, the shock, and awe of it all,” Curtis Sironen said. “We’ve just got …
There were emotional scenes at the Sydney Cricket Ground as players from the Crusaders and the New South Wales Waratahs formed a huddle ahead of Saturday’s Super Rugby game to pay tribute to the victims of the mosque shootings in Christchurch.
SYDNEY – New Zealand rugby Muslim star, Sonny Bill Williams, said he was blessed to meet UFC superstar and fellow Muslim Khabib Nurmagomedov at an event in Sydney, Australia over the weekend, News Hub reported on January 21. “Alhamdulillah. Blessed to meet and share the stage with the brother Khabib Nurmagomedov, may the most high …
Photos of an Australian Muslim rugby fan donning an All Blacks “rugby hijab” captured attention on Saturday night’s All Blacks test match against South Africa, making it to the internet after media commentator Russell Brown shared them.
Hailed for showing the world the true Islam, New Zealand Muslim rugby All Blacks superstar Sonny Bill Williams has spoken of the challenges of fasting during the holy month of Ramadan, confirming that religious commitments do not hinder his rugby preparation.
A New Zealand Muslim rugby star is expected to wear a Blues jersey without the logos of two major rugby sponsors sue to his objection to banks using usury, which contradicts with his Islamic beliefs.
Rugby Muslim star Sonny Bill Williams was named Australia and New Zealand’s most influential Muslim, reserving his name among the world’s 500 most powerful Muslim figures.
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