About Rex Cunningham
Lived 1924 – 2015 (aged 91). Rex Cunningham was a New Zealand rugby league player.
Rex Cunningham (11 January 1924 – 19 November 2015) was a New Zealand rugby league player who represented New Zealand.
Playing career A halfback, Cunningham played for City and the Mount Albert Lions and represented Auckland. He was first selected for New Zealand to play against the touring Great Britain side in 1946, becoming Kiwi number 291.
He then toured Great Britain with New Zealand in 1947–48. During the tour, he scored a test try in the 7–25 loss to France at Bordeaux.
He played 21 games for New Zealand, including four tests, between 1946 and 1948.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Rex Cunningham?
New Zealand rugby league footballer (1924-2015)
When was Rex Cunningham born?
Rex Cunningham was born on 11 January 1924 in New Zealand.
When did Rex Cunningham die?
Rex Cunningham died on 18 November 2015 in Taupaki.
What was Rex Cunningham's occupation?
Rex Cunningham was a rugby league player.
What nationality was Rex Cunningham?
Rex Cunningham was New Zealand.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Rex Cunningham (rugby league)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Rex Cunningham. https://biography.guide/rex-cunningham/
MLA: "Rex Cunningham." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/rex-cunningham/.
Chicago: "Rex Cunningham." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/rex-cunningham/.
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