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Con Murphy

1914 – 2002

Rugby union player

Rugby union player
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About Con Murphy

Lived 1914 – 2002 (aged 87). Con Murphy was an Irish rugby union player.

Cornelius Joseph "Con" Murphy (19 September 1914 — 9 April 2002) was an Irish rugby union international.

Murphy was born in Dublin and educated at Catholic University School.

A fullback, Murphy played his rugby for Lansdowne, debuting as a 19-year old. He gained three Ireland caps in the 1939 Home Nations Championship, before war delayed further appearances. When Ireland returned to Test rugby in 1947, Murphy was appointed captain and led the team for the first two Five Nations matches, including a 22–0 win over England. His individual form however was considered not up to standard and he lost his place to Dudley Higgins for Ireland's remaining matches. He was the only Ireland player to earn caps both sides of the war.

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Important facts

Born
19 September 1914, Dublin
Birth century
20th century
Died
9 April 2002
Occupation
Rugby union player
Nationality
Ireland

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Con Murphy?

rugby union player (1914-2002)

When was Con Murphy born?

Con Murphy was born on 19 September 1914 in Dublin.

When did Con Murphy die?

Con Murphy died on 9 April 2002.

What was Con Murphy's occupation?

Con Murphy was a rugby union player.

What nationality was Con Murphy?

Con Murphy was Irish.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Con Murphy

· Wikidata: Q2991572

· DBpedia: Con Murphy (rugby union, born 1914)

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