Austin Sheppard

Austin Sheppard (born 1 May 1950) is an English former rugby union international who represented England in two Test matches during the 1980s.

A Bristol native, Sheppard is a graduate of Colston's School. He played rugby as a prop and appeared in numerous games for Bristol, including the club's 1982–83 John Player Cup triumph.

Sheppard, who was a funeral director by profession, debuted for England in a 1981 Five Nations Test against Wales in Cardiff. It wasn't until 1985 that he got another opportunity, with Wales again his opponent. He remained in the England squad for the tour of New Zealand that followed.