Shameful racism in Welsh Rugby

 

I had no idea of this story. From BBC News - Statue of Wales' rugby pioneers unveiled

It is very sad that at a time when black players faced prejudice, both Boston and Sullivan's talents were ignored by Wales' national side while playing rugby union, and it was not until 1986 that Mark Brown became the first black man to be selected to represent the country.

Sullivan did become captain of Great Britain after his switch to league, becoming the first black man to do so in any major sport, and led the team to the 1972 Rugby League World Cup title, scoring a try in each of his side's four games.

These guys had to move to Rugby League to carry on & excel in the sport they loved due to the prejudice in Wales. I'm glad that they & others have now been honored by a statue in Cardiff Bay.