Ex-Scotland prop McLauchlan, part of two iconic Lions teams, dies at 83
Summary
Ian McLauchlan, a former Scotland rugby captain and British and Irish Lions player, passed away at age 83. He was recognized for his strong performance as a prop and his leadership, and he contributed to rugby as both a player and an administrator over 50 years.Key Facts
- Ian McLauchlan was once the captain of the Scotland rugby team.
- He passed away at the age of 83.
- McLauchlan played 43 matches for Scotland and was a leader in 19 of them.
- As a prop, he was known for strong scrummaging despite being lighter than most players, earning the nickname 'Mighty Mouse'.
- He participated in successful Lions tours to New Zealand and South Africa in 1971 and 1974.
- McLauchlan served as president of Scottish Rugby from 2010 to 2012.
- In 2013, he was inducted into the Scottish Rugby Hall of Fame.
- He was awarded an OBE in the 2017 New Year Honours List.
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