Martin Corry
English rugby player, former captain

Born
October 12th, 1973
51 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United Kingdom
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Played for the England national rugby team from 2000 to 2008, participating in two Rugby World Cups. Captained England during the 2007 Rugby World Cup, leading the team to the final. Played club rugby for Leicester Tigers, winning multiple domestic league titles and the Heineken Cup.
Captained England in the 2007 Rugby World Cup
Played for Leicester Tigers, winning five Premiership titles
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