About William Cummings
Lived 1889 – 1955 (aged 66). William Cummings was a New Zealand rugby union player.
William Cummings (13 March 1889 – 28 May 1955) was a New Zealand rugby union player. A loose forward, Cummings represented at a provincial level, and was a member of the New Zealand national side, the All Blacks, in 1913 and 1921. He played three matches for the All Blacks including two internationals, scoring one try.
Cummings died in Christchurch on 28 May 1955, and was buried at Bromley Cemetery.
Don’t just read it —
keep it.
Full-length biographies made to live with: read them, listen on the way to work, watch them tonight.
- E-book
- Audio
- Video
Instant download · yours to keep · every purchase keeps this site free
Important facts
Related people
Same field, nearest in time
Contemporaries
People whose lives overlapped William Cummings's
Frequently asked questions
Who was William Cummings?
New Zealand rugby union player (1889-1955)
When was William Cummings born?
William Cummings was born on 13 March 1889 in Timaru.
When did William Cummings die?
William Cummings died on 28 May 1955 in Christchurch.
What was William Cummings's occupation?
William Cummings was a rugby union player.
What nationality was William Cummings?
William Cummings was New Zealand.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: William Cummings (rugby union)
Cite this page
APA: Biography.guide. (2026). William Cummings. https://biography.guide/william-cummings-rugby-union-player/
MLA: "William Cummings." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/william-cummings-rugby-union-player/.
Chicago: "William Cummings." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/william-cummings-rugby-union-player/.
Data last updated: 2026-09-20 · Spot an error? Report a correction.
Page generated 2026-09-27 05:06 UTC