About Phil Danaher
Born 1965. Phil Danaher is an Irish rugby union player.
Philip Danaher (born 5 October 1965) is a retired Irish rugby union Fullback and Centre. He played for St Munchin's College, Garryowen (as captain), Lansdowne, Munster and won 28 caps between 1988 and 1995 for Ireland. He made his international debut against Scotland on 16 January 1988 and captained the team 3 times, including the 1992 Ireland rugby union tour of New Zealand.
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Danaher was a squad member in the Five Nations Championship from 1988 to 1990 and 1992 to 1995 and in tours to France 1988, North America 1989, New Zealand 1992 and Australia 1994. He was not a member of the squads for the 1991 or 1995 Rugby World Cups.
He retired in 1996 following a serious thumb injury. He was later assistant coach on tours to South Africa 1998 and Australia 1999.
Danaher also played Gaelic Football with Limerick GAA and Kerry GAA and badminton to national level.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Phil Danaher?
Irish rugby union player
When was Phil Danaher born?
Phil Danaher was born on 5 October 1965 in Abbeyfeale.
What is Phil Danaher's occupation?
Phil Danaher is a rugby union player.
What nationality is Phil Danaher?
Phil Danaher is Irish.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Phil Danaher (rugby union)
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