Sir Billy Boston, Rugby League Icon, Passes Away at 92
Sir Billy Boston, one of rugby league's most celebrated figures, has died peacefully at the age of 92. His death marks the loss of a true pioneer, a trailblazer for Black athletes, and a beloved ambassador for the sport. In June 2025, Boston made history when he was awarded the first knighthood ever bestowed upon a rugby league player, ending a 130-year gap since the sport's inception without suc…
Aug. 25, 2026, 10:30 a.m.