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Billy Boston

1934–2026

United Kingdom

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Sir William John Boston (6 August 1934 – 24 August 2026) was a Welsh professional rugby league footballer who played as a winger or centre. Born and raised in Cardiff, Wales, Boston started his career as a rugby union player before joining Wigan in 1953. Regarded as one of the sport's greatest ever players, Boston scored 571 tries in his career, making him the second-highest try scorer in rugby league history.

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