About John Ashworth
Born 1949. John Ashworth is a New Zealand rugby union player.
John Colin Ashworth (born 9 November 1949) is a New Zealand former rugby union player. A prop, Ashworth represented Canterbury and, briefly, Hawke's Bay at a provincial level, and was a member of the New Zealand national side, the All Blacks, from 1977 to 1985. He played 52 matches for the All Blacks including 24 internationals. He is remembered for stamping on the face of JPR Williams during a match against Bridgend. The wound required 30 stitches.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is John Ashworth?
New Zealand rugby union player
When was John Ashworth born?
John Ashworth was born on 15 September 1949 in Waikari.
What is John Ashworth's occupation?
John Ashworth is a rugby union player.
What nationality is John Ashworth?
John Ashworth is New Zealand.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Ashworth (rugby union)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Ashworth. https://biography.guide/john-ashworth-rugby-union-player/
MLA: "John Ashworth." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/john-ashworth-rugby-union-player/.
Chicago: "John Ashworth." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/john-ashworth-rugby-union-player/.
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