He is recognised as one of the finest front row forwards in the world, a complete prop, combining an awesome scrummaging technique and destructive tackler with athleticism and superb handling skills.
At the age of only 30 Phil left Gloucester after 11 years and signed for London Wasps, joining the 2004/2005 Premiership Champions at the end of the 05/06 season. He has had to overcome a number of injuries in the last few years, showing massive emotional and physical strength and has achieved full fitness after his thirrd back operation. The Bull made his debut for Wasps in October 2006 against London Irish and won his 48th England Cap coming on as a replacement against South Africa, scoring only his second international try.
In January 2007 the Raging Bull was proud and honoured to accept the captaincy of England. He won his 50th Cap leading England out against Scotland on February 2nd in the Six Nations. While England had a shakey start in the 2007 World Cup, under Phil's leadership the team fought back to reach the finals, but lost 15-6 to South Africa at the Stade de France in Paris.
Phil was again selected for the British & Irish Lions for the tour of South Africa in 2009, having had to miss the 2005 tour of New Zealand due to injury. On 13 June 2009 he ran out as captain of the Lions for the warm up match against Western Province.
He has again been selected for England's elite squad ahead of the 2009 Autumn Internationals.
Phil Vickery is a rugby player who has reached the pinnicle of his sport; World Cup Winner, British & Irish Lion and England Captain. More importantly to Phil, he is a very proud family man. He is married to the lovely Kate and they have a beautiful daughter, Megan and a beautiful son Harry.
