Billy Bainbridge
Rugby league player for Australia
Born
September 9th, 1997
27 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Australia
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Played as a professional rugby league player. Competed in various competitions and achieved recognition for skill and performance on the field. Contributed significantly to the teams played for, showcasing talent in both domestic leagues and international matches. Helped his team secure important victories and has been involved in high-stakes games throughout his career.
Played for the New South Wales Cup team
Participated in the National Rugby League
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