Phil de Glanville

Philip Ranulph de Glanville (born on October 1 1968 in UK) is a former rugby union player who played at centre for Bath and England.

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October 1 - 1968 - UK - Rugby union - Centre - Bath - England

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He played for Durham University while an Economics student. Subsequently winning an Oxford Blue and whilst at Oxford University represented England U21s. He joined Bath in 1990 and captained them to a league and cup double in 1996.

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Durham University - Oxford University - Bath - 1990 - 1996

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He made his England debut as a replacement in the match against the Springboks in 1992.

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England - The Springboks - 1992

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In 1996 coach Jack Rowell appointed him as England captain. However, there was criticism of his inclusion in the starting XV for the 1997 Five Nations as it wasn't felt that he was a good enough player to be guaranteed a place in the team. He was not selected for that summer's Lions tour to South Africa losing his place to uncapped Will Greenwood.

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1996 - Jack Rowell - 1997 - Five Nations - Lions tour to South Africa - Will Greenwood

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In 2003 he competed in the BBC's Superstars television show.

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2003 - BBC's - Superstars

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