Adrian Morley
Rugby league player, 2003 World Cup winner
Born
May 10th, 1977
48 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United Kingdom
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Born in 1977, played professional rugby league primarily as a prop. Started career with the Leeds Rhinos, where he won multiple championships. Later played in the National Rugby League (NRL) for the Sydney Roosters and the Warrington Wolves. Represented Great Britain at the international level and was part of the team that won the 2003 Rugby League World Cup. Continued to influence the sport after retirement.
Winning the 2003 Rugby League World Cup
Playing for Leeds Rhinos and Sydney Roosters
Captaining Warrington Wolves
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