Tommy Bowe

Rugby player; British & Irish Lions member

Tommy Bowe - Rugby player; British & Irish Lions member
Born

February 22nd, 1984
41 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Ireland

Links & References

Played rugby for Ulster and the Ireland national team. Member of the British & Irish Lions during the 2013 tour to Australia. Earned 69 caps for Ireland, contributing to the team's victories and participating in multiple Six Nations Championships. Retired from international rugby in 2017, finishing his career with significant contributions to the sport.

Represented Ireland in 69 international matches

Participated in the 2013 British & Irish Lions tour

Contributed to Ulster's domestic successes

Competed in multiple Six Nations Championships

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