Rugby league legend Sir Billy Boston has passed away at the age of 92. He was a legendary Wigan Warriors icon. People across the game paid tribute to the sporting hero. A book of condolence has opened for the former player following the news of his death.
Moving tributes followed his death. Numerous tributes came in, including tributes from Andy Burnham and Shaun Wane. Shaun Wane paid respect to the winger. He stated that Boston had time for everyone. The Guardian reported that Andy Burnham was heartbroken after the death of the revered icon.