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David Irwin (rugby union)

David George Irwin (born 1 February 1959) is a Northern Irish former rugby union player who played for and the British Lions.

Ireland

Between 1980 and 1990, Irwin made 25 appearances for , scoring 8 points including 2 tries. Helped Ireland win the 1982 Five Nations Championship and a Triple Crown.

British Lions

In 1983, Irwin was also a member of the Lions squad that went on tour to New Zealand.

Irwin was the victim of a Provisional IRA car bomb in 1987.

Later years

Irwin is currently the medical coordinator for Ulster Rugby, as well as being a practising GP in Belfast.

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