Sonny Bill Williams returns to international rugby league and botches brilliant try ALL eyes were on Sonny Bill Williams. His controversial inclusion into the Kiwis side only heightened the interest of his return to international rugby league after five years away. The tournament drawcard was on his way to capping a memorable comeback by scoring would have been an impressive individual try. The Roosters star palmed off a number of Samoan defenders and crossed the line to almost score a try. Sonny Bill Williams slips in to touch after crossing the try line and loses the chance to score a try during the match between New Zealand and Samoa. But as Williams went to plant the ball he slipped and his foot went over the dead ball line. Sonny Bill Williams busts through a tackle from Anthony Milford on his way to the dead ball line. Given it had little bearing on the result, it even attracted a laugh from coach Stephen Kearney. "He might want to check his boots next time," joked Kearney. It was a good indication of that period of the game. Something tells us Melbourne Storm backrower Tohu Harris will watch the slip up - on repeat - with a smirk on his face. Sonny Bill Williams of New Zealand looks on after slipping in to touch .