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Wikipedia / Avril Williams

Avril Percy Williams (born 10 February 1961 in Paarl) is a former rugby union wing who was the second coloured man (after Errol Tobias) to play for South Africa. His nephew Chester Williams later played for the Springboks too.

Playing career

Williams played for Western Province in the South African provincial competitions. He gained two caps for the Springboks in June 1984, both against England. His test debut was on 2 June 1984 at the Boet Erasmus Stadium in Port Elizabeth.

Test history

No.

Opposition

Result (SA 1st)

Position

Tries

Date

Venue

1.

33–15

Wing

2 June 1984

Boet Erasmus Stadium, Port Elizabeth

2.

England

35–9

Wing

9 June 1984

Ellis Park Stadium, Johannesburg

See also

References