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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Mark Staniforth

Burnham pays tribute to ‘giant of a man’ Billy Boston after rugby league great’s death

Sir Billy Boston was the first rugby league star to be awarded in knighthood which he received in 2025 - (Getty)

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has led tributes to Sir Billy Boston, rugby league’s first knight, following his death at the age of 92.

A dedicated follower of the sport, Burnham expressed feeling "heartbroken" over the news, coming just four days after the funeral of Boston’s wife, Lady Joan.

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