About Keith Nelson
Lived 1938 – 2025 (aged 86). Keith Nelson was a New Zealand rugby union player and dentist.
Keith Alister Nelson (26 November 1938 – 21 August 2025) was a New Zealand rugby union player. A loose forward and occasional lock, Nelson represented and at a provincial level, and was a member of the New Zealand national side, the All Blacks, from 1962 to 1964. He played 18 matches for the All Blacks including two internationals.
Nelson died in Auckland on 21 August 2025, at the age of 86.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Keith Nelson?
New Zealand rugby union player
When was Keith Nelson born?
Keith Nelson was born on 26 November 1938 in Auckland.
When did Keith Nelson die?
Keith Nelson died on 21 August 2025 in Auckland.
What was Keith Nelson's occupation?
Keith Nelson was a rugby union player and dentist.
What nationality was Keith Nelson?
Keith Nelson was New Zealand.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Keith Nelson (rugby union)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Keith Nelson. https://biography.guide/keith-nelson-rugby-union-player/
MLA: "Keith Nelson." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/keith-nelson-rugby-union-player/.
Chicago: "Keith Nelson." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/keith-nelson-rugby-union-player/.
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