Leon Lloyd
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Leon Lloyd (born 22 September 1977 in Coventry) is an English rugby union international who plays wing or outside centre for Leicester Tigers.
Lloyd made his Tigers debut aged 19, and displaced ageing England international Rory Underwood from the side. Lloyd was however dropped for the 1997 Heineken Cup final. He played for England U21.
Under backs coach Pat Howard, Lloyd was shifted inside from the wing to outside centre. However, concerns remain about his ability to pass.
Lloyd was included in England's 1999 World Cup squad, but did not play. He gained his first two caps as a replacement against South Africa, but concern was raised about his discipline as he was seen punching a Springbok player.
He played in the England side during 2001 tour to North America, where he played in three tests.