Jack Conan's bio: wife, position, wedding, height, weight, net worth

Jack Conan's bio: wife, position, wedding, height, weight, net worth

Ciku Njuguna
February 26, 2024 at 11:18 AM
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Jack Conan is a professional rugby union player who plays for the Irish national football team and Leinster Rugby of the United Rugby Championship. The back-rower, who sports a 100% tackle success rate for the British & Irish Lions, has had a successful career for nearly two decades. Discover every detail of the Irish Wolfhound's personal life and career highlights.

Leinster's Jack Conan in action.
Leinster's Jack Conan in action during a Heineken Champions Cup Semi-Final match. (Inset) He celebrates after scoring a try. Photo By Harry Murphy/Sportsfile/Brendan Moran.
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Who is number 8 in Ireland's rugby team? Jack Conan is an experienced athlete poised to join the elite list of famous number 8 rugby players during the February Six Nations match against Wales. Scroll down for a comprehensive deep dive into his life, including where Jack Conan is from.

Jack Conan's profile summary

Full name

Jack Edward Conan

Nickname

Moaning Conan

Date of birth

29 July 1992

Age

31 years old as of February 2024

Place of birth

Bray, Ireland

Nationality

Irish

Height

193 centimetres (6' 4')

Weight

106 kilograms (233.6 lbs)

Parents

Edward 'Eddie' and Ann

Sibling

3

Relationship status

Married

Spouse

Ali Cunningham

Education

Kilmacanogue National School

St. Gerard's Catholic School

Griffith College Dublin

Profession

Professional rugby player

Test debut

August 2015

Position(s)

Back row

Teams

Leinster Rugby, Ireland national rugby team

Active years

2012 - 2024

Net worth

$1 million - $5 million

Social media

Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn

Jack Conan's brief biography

Jack was born and raised in Bray, Wicklow, Ireland, to Edward 'Eddie' and Ann Conan. He has two brothers, Robert and Harry, and a twin sister, Emily.

The Bray-raised athlete comes from a sporting family. Jack Conan's father played rugby for Belvedere College until he was 19, while his mother was a basketball player.

Conan's elder brother, Robert, is a midfielder and forward for Kilmacanogue GAA Club in Bray, where his younger brother, Harry, also played in the junior ranks. According to the Irish Independent, Jack and his older brother Harry played soccer for Glencormac United and Gaelic football in the Kilmacanogue GAA youth ranks before turning professional in their respective sports.

Bio facts of Jack Conan
Jack Conan poses for a portrait at the Sport Ireland Campus Conference Centre in Dublin, Ireland, on February 7, 2024. Photo By Harry Murphy/Sportsfile.
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What is Jack Conan's age?

Irish rugby player Jack Conan was born on the 29th of July 1992. As of February 2024, he is 31 years old.

What is Jack Conan's height and weight?

According to various sources, the back-rower stands at six feet and four inches (193 centimetres). His weight is estimated to be 233.6 lbs (106 kilograms).

Did Jack Conan get married?

In July 2023, Jack Conan married Ali Cunningham, his longtime girlfriend. The couple publicly announced their relationship in December 2017 before sharing news of their engagement five years later on April 10, 2022.

Leinster's Jack Conan in action.
Leinster's Jack Conan in action in a lineout during the Heineken Champions Cup match against Gloucester at the RDS Arena on December 16, 2022, in Dublin. Photo By Harry Murphy/Sportsfile.
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When was Ali Cunningham and Jack Conan’s wedding?

The starter is one of the Irish rugby players who got married in 2023. Jack Conan's two-day wedding celebrations that began on 6th July took place in the picturesque Faro, Portugal. Among family and friends, Wolfhound squad members such as Josh Van Der Flier and Bundee Aki attended the ceremonies.

Who is Ali Cunningham?

Jack Conan’s wife, Ali, is a Dublin-based dietitian. Based on sources, the Irish rugby WAG is an expert in weight loss, fertility, and pregnancy.

Education

The rugby player began his studies at the Kilmacanogue National School and St. Gerard's Catholic School. As of 2022, he was studying Business at the Griffith College in Dublin.

Ireland's Jack Conan (r) in action
Ireland's Jack Conan (r) in action against Italy during the Bank of Ireland Nations Series match at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin. Photo By John Dickson/Sportsfile.
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Career

Growing up, Conan's athletic abilities were not limited to rugby. Before turning to rugby, he was a prolific Gaelic footballer captained by his brother, Robert. Have a look at Sports Brief's summary and discover which teams Jack Conan played for.

What position is Jack Conan?

Conan primarily occupies the back-row position. He is a number 8 starter who also occupies the blindside flank position.

Who does Jack Conan play for?

At the time of writing, Jack plays for Leinster Rugby. Internationally, he represents his country, Ireland, playing for the Wolfhounds.

Jack Conan's club career stats

Conan is one of the most prolific Irish rugby players. His career began at the Leinster Academy. Over the years, he successfully climbed the club's ranks before making his senior team debut in 2014. Have a look at his 2023/24 performance for Leinster Rugby.

Carries

21

Successful carries

13

Clean breaks

1

Defenders beaten

5

Metres gained

78

Offloads

1

Tackles made

16

Tackle success

100%

Leinster's Jack Conan in action.
Jack Conan (front) scores the Leinster's second try during the Heineken Champions Cup match against Stade Toulousain at Aviva Stadium on April 29, 2023, in Dublin, Ireland. Photo by Charles McQuillan.
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Jack Conan's international career stats

Jack Conan has played in three World Cup tournaments. His first RWC appearance was in 2012 when he played for Ireland at the Under-20 World Cup tournament. While he has yet to lift a World Cup trophy, his performance in each tournament makes him one of the best-performing rugger stars in Ireland.

The third rower has also started in four matches for British & Irish Lions in 2020/21. Here is a summary of his international career stats as of February 2024.

Career caps

47

Career points

50

Career tries

10

All-time Rugby World Cup matches

3

All-time Guinness Six Nations matches

8

All-time Autumn Nations Series matches

5

All-time Guinness Series matches

1

Awards

The Irish rugger star began shining globally with the country's Under-18 and Under-19 teams. Here is a collection of his national and international awards since then.

  • 2015 Leinster Rugby Player of the Match January
  • 2015 Bank of Ireland Leinster Rugby Player of the Month (December)
  • 2015 Samsung Galaxy S6 Young Player of the Year
  • 2018 European Rugby Champions Cup
  • 2018, 2019, 2020, and 2021 PRO14 Winner
  • 2018, 2023 Six Nations Championship Winner
  • 2018,2022, 2023 Triple Crown
  • 2021 Guinness PRO14 Player of the Match
Ireland's Jack Conan in action.
Ireland's Jack Conan in action during the Guinness Six Nations Championship match against England at Twickenham Stadium on March 12, 2022, in London. Photo By Brendan Moran/Sportsfile.
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Frequently asked questions

Jack is one of the most famous Irish rugby players. Here are some interesting facts about his career.

1. How much is Jack Conan's salary?

In 2021, the number 8 rugby player inked a new deal with Leinster Rugby, his boyhood team. However, the details of Jack's contract remain unknown.

How much do Leinster players earn? Details of Conan's earnings remain. Reports by the 42 allege that second-row players on the team earn between $650,190 and $758,000. First-row players on the team are suggested to earn 1,625,000.

2. How much is Jack Conan's net worth?

According to Soccer Souls, Jack's financial portfolio is estimated at $1.5 million. Other sources suggest that the Irish rugby players' net worth ranges between $1 million to $5 million.

Leinster's Jack Conan in action.
Leinster's Jack Conan in action in a lineout during the United Rugby Championship match against Munster on December 26, 2023, at Thomond Park in Limerick. Photo By Brendan Moran/Sportsfile.
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Final word

Jack Conan is a regular starter who has built a successful career. Over the years, his performance for Leinster and the Irish National rugby team has earned a seat among the country's legends.

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Ciku Njuguna is a journalist with 3 year’s experience in content creation based in Kenya. She currently covers sports personnel as well as team biographies.
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