About Sidney Ellis
Lived 1859 – 1937 (aged 78). Sidney Ellis was a British rugby union player.
Sidney Ellis (1859–1937) was a rugby union international who represented England in 1880.
Early life Sidney Ellis was born on 13 March 1859 in Lewisham. He attended Dulwich College.
Rugby union career Ellis made his international debut on 2 February 1880 at Lansdowne Road in the Ireland vs England match which was won by England. This was the only test he played in.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Sidney Ellis?
English rugby union player (1859-1937)
When was Sidney Ellis born?
Sidney Ellis was born on 13 March 1859 in Lewisham.
When did Sidney Ellis die?
Sidney Ellis died on 1 December 1937.
What was Sidney Ellis's occupation?
Sidney Ellis was a rugby union player.
What nationality was Sidney Ellis?
Sidney Ellis was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Sidney Ellis. https://biography.guide/sidney-ellis/
MLA: "Sidney Ellis." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/sidney-ellis/.
Chicago: "Sidney Ellis." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/sidney-ellis/.
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