Dally Messenger
Rugby player and cricketer
Born
April 12th, 1883
141 years ago
Died
November 24th, 1959
65 years ago — 76 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Australia
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Played rugby union and rugby league, achieving recognition as a pivotal figure in Australian rugby. Excelled as a cricketer and demonstrated versatility by competing in sailing. Represented New South Wales and played for the South Sydney Rabbitohs. Considered a trailblazer for the sport in Australia and contributed to the popularization of rugby.
Played for New South Wales in rugby union
Transformed into a star player for South Sydney Rabbitohs
Represented Australia in cricket
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