Rugby legend Ralph Caulton dies aged 87: Tributes pour in for All Blacks hero - who was the 600th player to represent New Zealand - following death Ralph Caulton has died at the age of 87 Caulton played 50 games for the All Blacks Tributes have poured in for the winger By Ollie Lewis Published: 04:46 EDT, 11 June 2024 | Updated: 04:54 EDT, 11 June 2024 e-mail View comments All Blacks rugby legend Ralph Caulton has died aged 87, it was confirmed on Tuesday. The winger made 50 appearances for New Zealand between 1959 and 1964, becoming the 600th player to represent his country in the process. NZ Rugby confirmed the sad news in a message posted to the All Blacks' X page.
'Our thoughts are with the family of All Black #600 Ralph Caulton,' the statement read. 'Ralph gave so much to the game - having played 50 matches in the black jersey, he then went on to coach at his club Pōneke, and served as an administrator for both Wellington RFU and NZRFU. 'Rest in peace, Ralph.
' Caulton played 16 Tests and 34 games for New Zealand, scoring eight tries in the Tests. He was described as a well balanced and quick runner, whose ability to capitalise on scoring opportunities made him a crucial cog in his team's attack. Caulton was also regarded as a talented musician, and was one of the better pianists in the post-war All Blacks team.
More to follow. Ralph Caulton has died at the age of 87, New Zealand Rugby has confirmed The winger represented his country on 50 occasions from 1959 to 1964 NZ.
