Springbok no. 156 · Outside Centre
Billy Sendin
William Daniel Sendin · Griquas
1Tests
1Tries
1Tours
24Age at debut
Test career
1921
First test
27 Aug 1921, age 24 · Outside Centre v New Zealand, Eden Park, Auckland
Biography
Billy Sendin scored a try on his only Test appearance, the 9–5 win over New Zealand at Eden Park, Auckland, in 1921, South Africa’s first Test victory over the All Blacks. Born in Kimberley on 4 October 1896, he was a slightly built outside centre who represented Griqualand West. He died on 16 July 1977.
Test history
1 tests · 3 points| Date | Opponent | Venue | Position | Result | Province |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Aug 1921 |  New Zealand | Eden Park, Auckland | Outside Centre | W 9–5 | Griquas |