Rugby league legend Sir Billy Boston has passed away at the age of 92. He was an outstanding Wigan Warriors icon. People across the game paid tribute to the tryscoring trailblazer. A book of condolence has opened for the former player following the news of his death.
Widespread tributes followed his sad passing. Numerous tributes came in, including statements from Andy Burnham and Shaun Wane. Shaun Wane shared a tribute to the winger. He stated that Boston had time for everyone. The Guardian reported that Andy Burnham was deeply saddened after the death of the revered icon.