Lee Byrne

Who is Lee Byrne?

Lee Martin Byrne is a Welsh international rugby union rugby player, who plays for ASM Clermont Auvergne in the Top 14 and Heineken Cup. His usual position is at full-back, although he has played on the wing.

Byrne started his career playing dual-code rugby, playing Rugby Union for Bridgend Athletic RFC; and Tondu RFC, and after being spotted playing Rugby League for Bridgend Blue Bulls, he signed for the Llanelli Scarlets.

Following his good performances for the Llanelli Scarlets in both the Celtic League and the Heineken Cup during the 2005–06 season, he was called up to the national squad for the November Test series. He made his debut as a replacement against the All Blacks on 5 November at the Millennium Stadium. Wales lost 3–41. He also played in the win over Fiji and the loss to South Africa. He has since played during the 2006 Six Nations Championship, and earned a further two caps in a mid-year series against Argentina. His sole appearance in the 2006 Autumn internationals was on the wing against the Pacific Islands. Byrne was a revelation in the 2008 Six Nations Championship tournament at full back and a key component of Wales' Grand Slam.