Let's make this birthday one to remember.

40 years old (Born on February 26, 1985)

Happy Birthday, Phil Nilsen! The legendary hooker and blindside flanker whose fearless tackles at Leeds Carnegie made opponents reconsider their career choices. Your relentless energy on the pitch was only matched by your uncanny ability to find humor in every scrum—usually while buried beneath a pile of forwards.

From dominating lineouts to inspiring teammates with sheer grit, you've left an unforgettable mark (and possibly some bruises) throughout rugby history. May this birthday bring you as much joy as that epic try celebration we still talk about!

Cheers to another year filled with laughter, success off-field—and fewer ice baths!