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Caelan Doris
RugbyNumber Eight|Leinster
IrelandApril 7, 1998
Biography
Caelan Doris is Ireland's captain and one of the most complete back-row forwards in world rugby. A dynamic ball-carrier with exceptional handling skills, Doris has been central to Ireland's rise to world number one ranking. He captained Ireland during the 2025 Six Nations and has established himself as one of the first names on the team sheet for both Leinster and Ireland.
Career Timeline
2019career
Ireland debut vs Scotland in Six Nations
2021achievement
Selected for British & Irish Lions tour to South Africa
2023achievement
Key player in Ireland's Grand Slam-winning campaign
2024career
Named Ireland captain
2025career
Led Ireland in Six Nations campaign
Achievements
2021
Selected for British & Irish Lions tour to South Africa
2023
Key player in Ireland's Grand Slam-winning campaign
In The News
Ireland Lose Doris and O'Brien as Sheehan Takes the Captaincy
Rugby UnionJun 21
Leinster Crush Bulls 36-7 to Retain URC Title as Lowe Bows Out
Rugby UnionJun 19
Lowe Bows Out as Leinster Host Bulls in URC Grand Final
Rugby UnionJun 18
Farrell Names Ireland Squad as Crowley and Porter Ruled Out
Rugby UnionJun 18
Porter Out for URC Final as Leinster Vow to Meet Bulls Head-On
Rugby UnionJun 16
Farrell's Selection Puzzle as Ireland Eye Nations Championship Tour
Rugby UnionJun 3
'Dupont Conversation Is Over': Champions Cup Team of the Season Crowns Lucu
Rugby UnionMay 24
"Too Tall a Mountain": Caelan Doris Confronts Leinster's Fifth Champions Cup Final Defeat
Rugby UnionMay 23