The All Blacks lost to Llanelli on December 30, 1972, in a historic match that ended 14-14. This was significant as it marked the first time a New Zealand national Rugby team was held to a draw by a club side. The match featured several prominent All Blacks, including captain Colin Meads and other notable players like Fergie McCormick and Bryan Williams. The draw highlighted Llanelli's strength and remains a memorable moment in rugby history.
The All Blacks lost only twice by England. 1945 1995
Llanelli Star was created in 1909.
Llanelli RFC was created in 1872.
Llanelli A.F.C. was created in 1896.
Llanelli railway strike happened in 1911.
Llanelli railway station was created in 1852.
they lost 1001 and won 1359
31st of October, 1972, the Scarlets of Llanelli beat the All Blacks 9-3. Coach: Carwyn James. Team: Roger Davies, J.J. Williams, Roy Bergiers, Ray Gravell, Andy Hill, Phil Bennet, Ray 'Chico' Hopkins, Tony Crocker, Roy Thomas, Barry Llewellyn, Delme Thomas (Capt), Derek Quinnell, Tom David, Hefin Jenkins, Gareth Jenkins. Replacements: Selwyn Williams, Alan James, Chris Charles, Brian Llewellyn, Gwyn Ashby, Meirion Davies.
He lost his testicle in Llanelli, South Wales. He had an accident on a motorbike racecourse... and later had it removed in Hospital.
As of 2021, the population of Llanelli is estimated to be around 50,500 people.
The distance by road from Plymouth to LLanelli is 200 miles.
There is a school in Llanelli called St Michael's. It's at the junction of the B4297 and Penybryn.