Lynagh

British

/ ˈlaɪnə /

noun

Michael. born 1963, Australian Rugby Union player; won 72 caps (1984–95) and scored 911 points (an Australian record)

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Italy went to the air once more, Lynagh got the better of the targeted Jamie Dobie and the score was on.

From BBC • Feb. 7, 2026

For Louis Lynagh it was also a memorable day.

From Barron's • Feb. 7, 2026

Lynagh said he was licking his lips in anticipation of facing Ireland, who were hammered 36-14 by France on Thursday, in Dublin next Saturday.

From Barron's • Feb. 7, 2026

They led the Sydney slugfest 8-0 through a Dylan Pietsch try and a Tom Lynagh penalty at the end of an intense first half.

From BBC • Aug. 2, 2025

Donaldson, on for Lynagh, made it 15-0 with the boot.

From BBC • Aug. 2, 2025

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