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Robert Hynes

Former Ireland player Kevin Flynn who scored famous try against England at Twickenham dies aged 82

Former Ireland and Leinster rugby player Kevin Flynn has died aged 82.

He played for Ireland 22 times across three decades, having made his debut in a 9-5 victory against France at Lansdowne Road in 1959.

Among the five tries he scored for his country was a famous one against England at Twickenham in 1972.

Ireland trailed 12-7 with just three minutes to go in the match before Barry McGann dropped a goal to make it 12-10.

Moments later, Flynn, at the age of 32, got the winning try which lead to brilliant celebrations in the very vocal Irish sections of the stadium. Tom Kiernan converted and Ireland won the game 16-12.

Ireland missed out on a chance at winning the Grand Slam that year because because Scotland and Wales refused to travel to Dublin due to the Troubles.

Flynn was inducted into Leinster's hall of fame in 2014 and also served as president of his club Wanderers FC.

Wanderers said in a statement on Monday night: "It is with deep regret that we announce the passing of Kevin Flynn, former President and Captain of the Club."

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