out-half
Britishnoun
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The Munster man was Ireland's first-choice out-half during their 2024 Six Nations title win, but lost his place to Sam Prendergast during last year's autumn Tests.
From BBC ● Oct. 30, 2025
Ulster's Tom O'Toole and Iain Henderson are called up as forwards replacements, with Harry Byrne in line to earn his third cap as the out-half replacement.
From BBC ● Feb. 9, 2024
The Sigma Lions send out a young team, but there’s some talent there particularly up front and with out-half prospect Jordan Hendrikse.
From The Guardian ● Jul. 3, 2021
He made a lasting impact on the late Cliff Morgan after the legendary Wales and Lions out-half - and also a playing contemporary of Kyle - saw him play for the Barbarians.
From BBC ● Nov. 28, 2014
The diminutive out-half fed his number 12, who stepped inside Paddy Wallace and bounced through Dan Tuohy to dive over for his second.
From The Guardian ● Jun. 23, 2012
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