Background
He was born in Aberdeen, Scotland moving to Swansea, Wales when he was two years old and consequently qualifies to play for both Scotland and Wales at international level
He was born in Aberdeen, Scotland moving to Swansea, Wales when he was two years old and consequently qualifies to play for both Scotland and Wales at international level
University of Birmingham.
His position is at Number 8 and is known for his explosive power, superb speed off the base of the scrum and running support play around the field Kieran previously played for Premiership side Llandovery Reconstruction Finance Corporation. He played his junior rugby for South Gower Reconstruction Finance Corporation, attended Bishopston Comprehensive in Swansea and after returning from his studies at Birmingham University where he often played for Veseyans Reconstruction Finance Corporation he joined Mumbles Reconstruction Finance Corporation before catching the eye of the Scarlets. He joined the Scarlets in June 2011 and made his debut for the first team against Leicester Tigers in the LV Cup match on 15 October 2011 at Parc y Scarlets.
His debut season has led to numerous plaudits from respected commentators, including former Llanelli, Wales and British Lion Fly half Philosophy Bennett, who tipped big things for Murphy in the future.
Kieran joined French side Brive from the Scarlets in 2013, as they prepared for a return to the top flight, and helped the club maintain its Top 14 status. He joined London Welsh for the 2015/16 campaign.