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James Downey is an Irish professional rugby union player who currently plays for Leinster Rugby in the Pro14. He was born on 23 March 1981 in Dublin, Ireland. He attended St. Mary's College in Dublin and graduated from University College Dublin with a degree in Economics and Finance.
Downey began his professional rugby career with Leinster in 2003 and has since gone on to make over 200 appearances for the club. He has also represented Ireland at the international level, making his debut in 2008.
Downey is 1.83 m (6 ft 0 in) tall and weighs 102 kg (225 lb). He is married to his wife, Sarah, and they have two children.
As of 2021, James Downey's net worth is estimated to be around $2 million. He has earned his wealth primarily through his rugby career. He has also earned money through endorsements and sponsorships.
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43 years old |
| Zodiac Sign |
Aries |
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23 March, 1981 |
| Birthday |
23 March |
| Birthplace |
Dublin, Ireland |
| Nationality |
Ireland |
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James Downey Height, Weight & Measurements
At 43 years old, James Downey height is 1.93m and Weight 105 kg.
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1.93m |
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105 kg |
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Dating & Relationship status
He is currently single. He is not dating anyone. We don't have much information about He's past relationship and any previous engaged. According to our Database, He has no children.
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James Downey Net Worth
His net worth has been growing significantly in 2022-2023. So, how much is James Downey worth at the age of 43 years old? James Downey’s income source is mostly from being a successful . He is from Ireland. We have estimated
James Downey's net worth
, money, salary, income, and assets.
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$1 Million - $5 Million |
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Pending |
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Under Review |
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Timeline
On 10 February 2015, it was announced that Downey had joined Aviva Premiership side Wasps on loan for the remainder on the 2014-15 season.
On 27 June 2014, it was announced that Downey had signed a two-year contract with Glasgow Warriors.
He rejoined Munster on a two-year deal from the 2012–13 season. He arrived in Cork to join up with the Munster squad in May 2012, after playing his last game for Northampton.
Downey played his first game of his return to Munster on 1 September 2012, starting at Inside Centre in their opening league fixture against Edinburgh. He scored his first try for Munster in their league fixture against Ospreys on 23 February 2014.
Downey's form for Northampton saw him earn a place in the Ireland A team for the 2009 Churchill Cup. He came off the bench in the opening fixture on 10 June 2009 against Canada, before starting against Georgia on 14 June. Downey had to settle for an appearance off the bench again as Ireland A beat England Saxons 22–49 to win the 2009 Churchill Cup Final. On 2 June 2013, Downey was added to the senior Ireland squad to tour North America. He made his senior debut for Ireland on 15 June 2013, starting against Canada.
Downey signed for Saints in June 2007. He made his debut for the club against London Welsh in National Division 1 on 1 September 2007, and scored his first try against Bedford Blues on 22 September. He was part of the Saints team that secured promotion to the Guinness Premiership in 2008. In the 2008–09 season, Downey helped Saints secure European silverware when they beat CS Bourgoin-Jallieu to secure the 2008–09 European Challenge Cup.
In an effort to find more game time, Downey accepted a trial at the then Heineken Cup champions Munster. He made his debut against Cardiff Blues in the Celtic League on 1 September 2006. He played two more games for Munster, against Border Reivers and Glasgow Warriors, but left Munster when offered more game time with Italian club Rugby Calvisano.
The lure of Heineken Cup rugby led to Downey joining Italian Super 10 (now Top12) side Calvisano. The club were in Pool 3 of the 2006–07 Heineken Cup and, after releasing one of their centres, were looking for a new player. Then coach, Marc Delpoux, had been impressed by Downey when Connacht played Narbonne in October 2004, and brought him to Brescia.
Downey struggled to gain game time at Connacht due to injuries, managing only three games during the 2005–06 season, and was released from his contract.
Downey made his debut for his home province on 10 October 2003, against Cardiff Blues. He scored his first try for Leinster on 2 April 2004 against Glasgow Warriors. He left the province to join Connacht for the start of the 2004–05 season.
James Downey (born 23 March 1981) is a former Irish rugby union player. He played as a centre. In May 2016, Downey announced his retirement from rugby.
