British and Irish Lions Rugby Legend Dies Aged 99 as Sporting Tributes Flood In

British and Irish Lions rugby legend dies aged 99 as sporting tributes flood in

Michael Lane, the final surviving member of the first British and Irish Lions side to tour after the Second World War, has died at the age of 99.The sporting legend, referred to as "Mick", passed away at his home in Cork city on Remembrance Sunday, the Irish Rugby Football Union confirmed in a statement.Lane played 11 times for the iconic touring side, including featuring in two Tests in the 1950 tour to New Zealand and Australia.Playing as a wi…

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Mick Lane: Rugby community mourns as legendary player dies at age 99

Rugby legend Mick Lane has passed away at the age of 99, leaving behind a remarkable legacy in the sport. Tributes have poured in from across the rugby community.