Cian Healy stands among the most decorated front-row forwards in modern rugby. Born in Dublin on 7 October 1987, he rose through Belvedere College and Clontarf RFC to make his Leinster debut aged 19 in 2007. Over an extraordinary 17‑year provincial career, Cian became Leinster’s most capped player, appearing 281 times and capturing four European Champions Cups and seven league titles .
Earning his first Ireland cap in November 2009, Healy went on to become Ireland’s all-time most capped player with 136 caps , surpassing Brian O’Driscoll at 134 in November 2024. His international haul includes five Six Nations titles —two of them Grand Slams in 2018 and 2023.
A dynamic athlete, Cian was Man of the Match against Australia in the 2011 Rugby World Cup, renowned for his ball-carrying power and scrummaging prowess.

Injury nearly ended his career in 2015, but through disciplined recovery and adaptability—he even covered hooker and tighthead—he returned stronger, embodying resilience and continuous learning.
In February 2025, Cian announced he would retire after the Six Nations and finish his playing days with the iconic Barbarians in Cape Town. Off the pitch, he is a devoted husband and father of two, passionate about cooking, crafting and giving back—making him a compelling, multifaceted speaker.

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