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Rory Best

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Irish rugby union player

United KingdomFootballersBorn 1982 · age 44
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Rory David Best is a Northern Irish former rugby union player who was the captain of the Ireland national team from 2016 to 2019. He played hooker for Ulster and was registered for Banbridge RFC.

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Best appearing for Ulster in 2012 Magner's League match versus OspreysBest appearing for Ulster in 2012 Magner's League match versus Ospreys

Teams 5

British & Irish Lions2017-2017
British & Irish Lions2013-2013
Ireland Wolfhounds2010-2010
Ireland men’s national rugby union team2005
Ulster Rugby2004

Career record

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200540

Awards 1

Officer of the Order of the British Empire

Connected to Rory 6

Paddy MayneAlso played for Ulster RugbyBrian O'DriscollAlso played for British & Irish LionsJoey CarberyAlso played for Ireland men’s national rugby union teamDuane VermeulenAlso played for Ulster RugbyTommy BoweAlso played for Ireland WolfhoundsJonathan SextonAlso played for Ireland Wolfhounds

About this person

Rory David Best is a Northern Irish former rugby union player who was the captain of the Ireland national team from 2016 to 2019. He played hooker for Ulster and was registered for Banbridge RFC. Best earned 124 caps for Ireland, making his debut in 2005 and retiring at the end of the 2019 Rugby World Cup, his fourth World Cup. He toured with the British & Irish Lions in 2013 and 2017. Since retiring as a player, he has worked in the media, coaching and rugby administration. In October 2025 he was appointed general manager of Ulster.

Country
United Kingdom
Category
Footballers
Type
Football / Soccer Player
Status
living
Dates
Born 1982 · age 44
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