Phil Llewellyn Explained

Phil Llewellyn
Full Name:Philip David Llewellyn
Birth Date:12 May 1947
Birth Place:Swansea, Wales
Height:6 ft 3 in
Position:Prop
Repyears1:1973–74
Repcaps1:5
Reppoints1:0

Philip David Llewellyn (born 12 May 1947) is a Welsh former rugby union international.[1]

Llewellyn, born in Swansea, played for Swansea RFC and was a taller than average prop, described by his coach as a "forward in the modern New Zealand mould".[2] Debuting in the 1973 Five Nations Championship, Llewellyn claimed five Wales caps during his career, which included a win over Australia in Cardiff.[3] He also played for the Barbarians.[4]

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Notes and References

  1. News: Woolford . Anthony . Who is the greatest Welsh tighthead in history? . . 13 January 2015 . en.
  2. News: Wales May Hold Aces Despite Forward Problems . . 10 March 1973.
  3. News: Lyons . Tom . Wales call up Llewellyn to face Ireland . . 5 March 1973.
  4. News: Barbarians' rally comes too late . The Daily Telegraph . 28 March 1974.