Australian legend Lynagh released from hospital

Australian rugby legend Michael Lynagh has been released from hospital in Brisbane two weeks after suffering a stroke.

The former Wallabies captain spent a fortnight in hospital in his home city having been admitted after experiencing headaches while on a flight back to Australia from London.

After six days in intensive care Lynagh’s condition improved considerably, although it is not yet known if he will be immediately permitted to fly back to England, where he is now based and acts as a rugby pundit for Sky Sports.

Lynagh tweeted about his release earlier today but was keen to stress that he had a long way yet to go in his recovery.

Lynagh won 72 caps during his 11-year career with the Wallabies, during which time he won a World Cup and for a time, held the record as the leading points scorer in world rugby with 911 points.

His name should prompt instant recognition for Irish rugby fans of a certain generation, as Lynagh was the scorer of the try that defeated Ireland in the memorable 1991 World Cup encounter at Lansdowne Road, coming almost immediately after Gordon Hamilton had scored down the other end.

If it doesn’t bring back too many painful memories, relive the moment for yourself by watching the video again below.

We wish Michael all the best with his recovery.