Campbell, Ollie (1954– )

Irish rugby player, born in Dublin. A controversial replacement for the fans' favourite Tony Ward during the Irish tour to Australia in 1979, in his first game he scored a record 19 points as Ireland beat the Australians 27–12 in the first Test in Brisbane. For the next four years Campbell remained first-choice fly-half for his country. His seven penalties against Scotland helped Ireland capture the Triple Crown in 1982, their first since 1951. In all, Campbell kicked 213 points and scored one try for his country before an illness forced him out of the international game in 1984. He also toured twice with the British and Irish Lions, to South Africa in 1980 and New Zealand in 1983, winning 7 caps.

Career highlights

International appearances (1976–84) 29 (including 7 for the British Lions)

Tries 1

Penalties 61 (including 7 for the British Lions)

Conversions 16 (including 1 for the British Lions)

Drop goals 8 (including 1 for the British Lions)

Total points 243 (including 26 for the British Lions)