About Gareth Evans
Born 1952. Gareth Evans is a British rugby union player.
Gareth Lloyd Evans (born 2 November 1952 in Newport) is a former Wales international rugby union player. He played club rugby for Newport RFC as either or a wing or a centre. He made his debut for Wales in February 1977 as a replacement for Gerald Davies against France at the Parc des Princes. Later that year he was selected for the 1977 British Lions tour to New Zealand and played on the wing in the last three internationals against the All Blacks. He played two further games for Wales, against France and Australia in 1978.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Gareth Evans?
Welsh rugby union player
When was Gareth Evans born?
Gareth Evans was born on 2 November 1952 in Newport.
What is Gareth Evans's occupation?
Gareth Evans is a rugby union player.
What nationality is Gareth Evans?
Gareth Evans is British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Gareth Evans (rugby union, born 1952)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Gareth Evans. https://biography.guide/gareth-evans-rugby-union-player-1952/
MLA: "Gareth Evans." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/gareth-evans-rugby-union-player-1952/.
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