Phil Vickery

Phil Vickery MBE is one of the most respected figures in British sport, famously serving as a linchpin of the England squad during their victorious 2003 Rugby World Cup campaign in Australia. Known affectionately as the Raging Bull, the former tighthead prop earned 73 caps for his country and led the national side as captain during the 2007 World Cup. Following an eleven-year tenure with Gloucester Rugby, he concluded a decorated club career at London Wasps, where he secured both the Heineken Cup and the Premiership title before a neck injury necessitated his retirement in 2010. Beyond the rugby pitch, Phil transitioned into a successful media and culinary career, capturing the public’s imagination as the winner of BBC One’s Celebrity MasterChef. This passion for quality produce stems from his upbringing on a Cornish dairy farm, a background that informed his work as a Quality Scout examining food supply chains. He has further established himself in the business world as the founder of the Raging Bull sportswear label and has remained active in the sport as a commentator for ITV and a specialist coach. Phil is now a Deputy Lieutenant of Gloucestershire and continues to support various charitable and professional organisations. He is frequently booked for his ability to translate the high-pressure environment of international sport into lessons on resilience, leadership, and the discipline required to succeed across diverse industries. On stage, Phil Vickery is best known for talks on Rugby, Cooking, Teamwork and Sportsmanship. Audiences leave with a clear, practical view of the subject rather than a generic overview — every keynote is shaped around the brief and the room. Their work resonates with leaders across Entertainment, Health & Wellbeing and Sport, where the themes translate directly into team decisions, customer experience and growth strategy. Phil Vickery is regularly booked for After Dinner Speaker and Awards Hosts, adapting tone, length and format to suit the event — from a 20-minute opener to a full conference keynote with Q&A. Based in UK, Phil Vickery travels internationally for engagements. To check availability or request a tailored brief for your event, send an enquiry and we'll come back with fees, dates and a short summary of how Phil Vickery would approach your audience.