Iain Henderson


William Iain Henderson is an Irish professional rugby union player who plays for and captains Ulster and plays nationally for Ireland.

Early life

Henderson started his rugby career at Belfast Royal Academy where he excelled at all age levels up to, and including the school's 1st XV when he guided them to the final of the Ulster Schools' Cup in 2010.

Ulster

Henderson replaced Rory Best as Ulster captain ahead of the 2019–20 season.

Ireland

Henderson represented Ireland at U19 level and at U20 level. During the time playing for the Ireland U20 side, he assisted in securing fifth place in the 2012 U20 World Championships helping the team beat South Africa, England and France.
Henderson received a call up for the Ireland national rugby union team on 28 October 2012.
On 10 November 2012, he made his senior debut for Ireland in the defeat to South Africa in Dublin.
Henderson was called up for the Lions in the 2017 British and Irish Lions tour to New Zealand.

Honours

Ireland