About James Finlay
Lived 1852 – 1930 (aged 77). James Finlay was a British rugby union player.
James Finlay (8 April 1852 – 25 January 1930) was a Scotland international rugby union player.
Rugby Union career
Amateur career Finlay played for .
Provincial career Finlay was capped for Edinburgh District, playing in the very first inter-city match in 1872; and captained the side in 1874.
International career Finlay was capped four times for between 1871 and 1875, including the first ever international. He also played for Edinburgh Academicals.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was James Finlay?
Scottish rugby union player (1852–1930)
When was James Finlay born?
James Finlay was born on 8 April 1852 in Edinburgh.
When did James Finlay die?
James Finlay died on 25 January 1930 in Guildford.
What was James Finlay's occupation?
James Finlay was a rugby union player.
What nationality was James Finlay?
James Finlay was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: James Finlay (rugby union, born 1852)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). James Finlay. https://biography.guide/james-finlay-rugby-union-player/
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