Dan Biggar’s Wife Delivers the Most Touching Tribute You’ll Read Today
Rugby NewsThursday, 10 April 2025 at 19:01
Wales great Dan Biggar has officially brought the curtain down on a glittering 18-year rugby career – and his wife Alex Biggar delivered the emotional knockout punch with a heartfelt tribute on social media.
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The 35-year-old fly-half, who starred for the British & Irish Lions, Wales, Ospreys, and Northampton Saints, will finish his career in France with Toulon, having joined the Top 14 giants in November 2022.
"We love you and can’t wait to see what’s next"
Posting to Instagram following Biggar's retirement announcement, Alex, who works as a baker, didn’t hold back on the emotion:
Posting to Instagram following Biggar's retirement announcement, Alex, who works as a baker, didn’t hold back on the emotion:
“Dan, words can’t describe how proud we are of everything you’ve achieved. From the little boy with big dreams to the man who has given everything to the game he loves.”
“The highs, the lows, the sacrifices – only a few truly understand what it takes, and you’ve done it all with such determination, passion and heart.”
“But more than the player, it’s the husband and father you are that means the most. It’s time for new adventures, more family time, and embracing everything this next chapter has in store.”
The pair, who first met at school and tied the knot in 2016, have two sons together – James and Oliver.
Speaking on – and his picks are bound to raise a few eyebrows.
The Phone In on BBC Radio Wales, Biggar opened up on how it feels to finally take the pressure off after nearly two decades in the game.
"For the last 18 or 19 years, I’ve been told where to be, what to wear, what time to get on a bus, what time to get on a plane," he said.
"We’ve never been able to just book something in advance. My wife asked me the other day, ‘Can we take the kids to Disneyland around Halloween?’ Without even thinking, I said, ‘Yeah, let’s book it now, let’s do it’. That’s kind of the first time in 19 years I’ve been able to do that."
What’s next for Biggar?
While he’s waved goodbye to the pitch, Biggar isn’t disappearing completely. The fly-half hinted that a part-time consultancy role could be on the cards, but for now, he’s focusing on media work – and, most importantly, enjoying life with his family.
While he’s waved goodbye to the pitch, Biggar isn’t disappearing completely. The fly-half hinted that a part-time consultancy role could be on the cards, but for now, he’s focusing on media work – and, most importantly, enjoying life with his family.
From a schoolboy dreamer to one of the most respected No.10s in world rugby, Dan Biggar’s legacy is secure. And for once, the next chapter isn’t written in a playbook – it’s whatever he and his family want it to be.
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Dan Biggar names bold Lions XV – with big England omissions
Wales legend Dan Biggar has officially called time on his playing career, but not before dropping a blockbuster British & Irish Lions XV on The Rugby Pod
The 112-cap fly-half, who steered Wales through some of their finest Six Nations and World Cup moments, appeared on Jim Hamilton’s podcast this week and revealed his Lions dream team. Spoiler alert: there's no room for the likes of Owen Farrell, Johnny Sexton, or even himself.
Here’s how Biggar’s team shaped up…
Front-row firepower: Porter, Sheehan & Furlong
1. Andrew Porter
2. Dan Sheehan
3. Tadhg Furlong
2. Dan Sheehan
3. Tadhg Furlong
It’s an all-Irish affair in the front row, with Biggar backing Leinster's dominant trio to boss the scrum. Furlong remains the Rolls-Royce of tightheads, while Sheehan and Porter provide dynamism in the loose.
Big boys in the boiler room: Itoje & Beirne
4. Maro Itoje
5. Tadhg Beirne
5. Tadhg Beirne
England’s Maro Itoje gets the nod despite some inconsistent recent form, with Biggar clearly still valuing his disruptive brilliance. He’s paired with the ever-reliable Beirne – a turnover machine and Lions Test starter in 2021.
Breakdown beasts: Curry, Van Der Flier & Doris (c)
6. Tom Curry
7. Josh van der Flier
8. Caelan Doris (captain)
7. Josh van der Flier
8. Caelan Doris (captain)
This back row is pure chaos – in the best possible way. England’s Tom Curry returns to the fray, Ireland’s Van der Flier adds World Player of the Year pedigree, and Doris, who’s fast becoming a modern-day great, takes the armband. A fearless choice.
Livewire half-backs: Gibson-Park & Russell
9. Jamison Gibson-Park
10. Finn Russell
10. Finn Russell
Gone are the days of conservative Lions 9-10 combos. Biggar’s gone full jazz here. Gibson-Park brings the zip, and Russell… well, Russell brings the flair. The Scotland maestro’s creativity earns him the No.10 jersey over Biggar himself – no ego here.
Fire on the flanks: Lowe & Kinghorn
11. James Lowe
14. Blair Kinghorn
14. Blair Kinghorn
Two versatile Scots fill the wing slots, with Kinghorn’s blend of size and speed complementing Lowe’s relentless work rate and booming left boot. Biggar clearly values adaptability out wide – and a bit of flair never hurts.
Caledonian connection in midfield: Tuipulotu & Jones
12. Sione Tuipulotu
13. Huw Jones
13. Huw Jones
The Glasgow Warriors pairing have formed one of the deadliest centre combos in rugby, and Biggar’s kept them together. It’s a bold call, but one based on form and synergy rather than reputation alone.
Rock-solid fullback: Hugo Keenan
15. Hugo Keenan
No surprise here – Keenan has been Ireland’s Mr Consistent, and Biggar trusts him to be the safety net at the back. His positioning, aerial ability and counter-attacks make him a nailed-on pick.
The bench: a mix of muscle and mischief
Replacements: Luke Cowan-Dickie, Ellis Genge, Zander Fagerson, Ollie Chessum, Ben Earl, Jac Morgan, Alex Mitchell, Marcus Smith
It’s a stacked bench with serious impact. Genge and Fagerson bring brute force, while Earl and Morgan cover the back row with pace and punch. Marcus Smith adds some stardust, and Mitchell offers serious tempo at scrum-half.
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