US EditionFormer Scotland and Lions Prop Ian McLauchlan, Known in Rugby World as 'Mighty Mouse,' Dies at 83
- Ian McLauchlan, the celebrated Scottish rugby prop known as 'Mighty Mouse' who led Scotland as captain and featured prominently on British & Irish Lions tours, passed away on Friday at the age of 83.
- Between 1969 and 1979, he represented Scotland in 43 matches, captaining the side 19 times, and was known for his resilience and strength despite being smaller than many of his opponents.
- McLauchlan participated in the British Lions’ successful series in both 1971 and 1974, traveling to play in New Zealand and South Africa, and famously scored his sole Test try during the June 1971 match against the All Blacks.
- Andy Irvine, a former teammate, described him as a remarkable individual and player, noting that despite being smaller than most props, he was never outmatched on the field.
- After retiring, McLauchlan served as Scottish Rugby Union president from 2010 to 2012, was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2013, and was awarded an OBE in 2017.
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The Toronto StarFormer Scotland and Lions prop Ian McLauchlan, known in rugby world as ‘Mighty Mouse,’ dies at 83
EDINBURGH, Scotland (AP) — Former Scotland and British and Irish Lions prop Ian McLauchlan, known throughout the rugby world as “Mighty Mouse,” has died. He was 83.
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Former Scotland and Lions prop Ian McLauchlan, known in rugby world as 'Mighty Mouse,' dies at 83
Former Scotland and British and Irish Lions prop Ian McLauchlan, known throughout the rugby world as “Mighty Mouse,” has died. He was 83. Scottish Rugby said it was “immensely saddened to learn” of McLauchlan’s death on Friday. McLauchlan won 43…
Lions legend Ian McLauchlan dies aged 83 as tributes paid to Scottish rugby icon - The Mirror
Ian McLauchlan passed away on Friday and tributes have poured in for the Lions and Scotland rugby legend who was a key figure in winning tours over New Zealand and South Africa
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