Rugby-Former All Blacks captain Wilson dies aged 70


  • Rugby
  • Monday, 09 Jun 2025

(Reuters) -Former All Blacks captain Stu Wilson died on Sunday at the age of 70, New Zealand Rugby (NZR) said.

Wilson made his debut in 1976 and played in 34 tests, scoring 19 test tries and becoming the first wing to captain the All Blacks when he led the side in their tour of Scotland and England in 1983.

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