Ieuan Evans

Welsh rugby player and former captain

Ieuan Evans - Welsh rugby player and former captain
Born

March 21st, 1964
61 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Wales

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A prominent rugby union player, played as a winger for the Welsh national team and club side Llanelli RFC. Made significant contributions during the 1980s and 1990s, accumulating 33 caps for Wales and scoring 18 tries. Captained the Welsh team during the 1995 Rugby World Cup and participated in multiple Five Nations Championships. Transitioned to sports commentary and analysis after retirement from playing.

Accumulated 33 caps for Wales

Scored 18 tries for the national team

Played for Llanelli RFC

Captained Wales in the 1995 Rugby World Cup

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