John Francis Lynch

John Francis Lynch

John Francis Lynch, known as Sean, was born in Dublin on 22 September 1942 and educated at Presentation College. He was a licensee and played at prop for St Mary's College. He captained Leinster against New Zealand in 1972 and also played for the province against the next All Blacks' touring team to Ireland in 1974. Between 1971 and 1974 he played in 17 internationals for Ireland. In 1971 he toured Australia and New Zealand with the British Isles and played in 15 matches, including four tests.