Avril Williams


Avril Percy Williams is a former rugby union wing who was the second black man to play for South Africa. His nephew Chester Williams later played for the Springboks too.

Playing career

Williams played for Western Province in the South African provincial competitions. He gained two caps for the Springboks in June 1984, both against England. His test debut was on 2 June 1984 at the Boet Erasmus Stadium in Port Elizabeth.

Test history

No.OppositionResult PositionTriesDateVenue
1.33–15Wing2 June 1984Boet Erasmus Stadium, Port Elizabeth
2. England35–9Wing9 June 1984Ellis Park Stadium, Johannesburg