10 Facts About David Duckham

David John Duckham MBE was born on 28 June 1946 and is a retired English rugby union player.

David Duckham played 36 games for England from 1969 to 1976 and scored 10 tries.

David Duckham made his international debut for England against Ireland in 1969, and quickly established himself as one of England's best centres, playing alongside John Spencer.

David Duckham's game was marked by pace, swerves, sidesteps and an ability to wrong-foot his opponents, although this came at a time when the English team were struggling, especially against rivals Wales.

David Duckham even sent the cameraman the wrong way; his change of direction was such that the camera went to the right and Duckham disappeared out of shot to the left.

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David Duckham was injured and unavailable for the 1974 British Lions tour to South Africa.

David Duckham made his last appearance against Scotland at Murrayfield in 1976.

David Duckham worked for building societies and banks, and as director of marketing for Bloxham School.

David Duckham has written an autobiography called Dai for England.

David Duckham is an Honorary President of the rugby charity Wooden Spoon improving the lives of disadvantaged children and young people in Britain and Ireland.