Stirling Mortlock

Rugby player, Wallabies captain, World Cup

Stirling Mortlock - Rugby player, Wallabies captain, World Cup
Born

May 20th, 1977
48 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Australia

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Played as a fullback and center in rugby union. Represented the Australian national team, the Wallabies, earning 80 caps from 2000 to 2011. Served as the team's captain from 2004 to 2007. Competed in three Rugby World Cups, including the 2003 tournament where Australia reached the final. Achieved success at the club level with the Brumbies, winning two Super Rugby titles. Highly regarded for leadership on and off the field.

Captained Australia in the 2007 Rugby World Cup

Won Super Rugby titles with the Brumbies

Earned 80 caps with the Wallabies

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