About Cliff Porter
Lived 1899 – 1976 (aged 77). Cliff Porter was a New Zealand rugby union player.
Scottish-born Clifford Glen Porter (5 May 1899 in Edinburgh – 12 November 1976 in Wellington) was a New Zealand rugby union player. Playing as a wing forward, he represented Wellington at a provincial level and captained the New Zealand national side, the All Blacks. He represented New Zealand in 41 international matches, seven of them at full test level, scoring 16 tries.
Porter replaced Ces Badeley as captain of the New Zealand team, leading them on the 1924-5 tour during which they gained the name of The Invincibles, winning all 32 of the matches they played.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Cliff Porter?
New Zealand rugby union player (1899-1976)
When was Cliff Porter born?
Cliff Porter was born on 5 May 1899 in Govan.
When did Cliff Porter die?
Cliff Porter died on 12 November 1976 in Wellington.
What was Cliff Porter's occupation?
Cliff Porter was a rugby union player.
What nationality was Cliff Porter?
Cliff Porter was New Zealand.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Cliff Porter. https://biography.guide/cliff-porter/
MLA: "Cliff Porter." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/cliff-porter/.
Chicago: "Cliff Porter." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/cliff-porter/.
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