Rugby Rivals: My Top 10 Players (Quick Reads)

Rugby Rivals: My Top 10 Players (Quick Reads)

by Martyn Williams (Author)

Synopsis

In his 15 year career as one of the most popular figures in Welsh rugby, Martyn Williams has played against some of the giants of the sport. Known as 'Nugget' to the fans, Martyn has captained his country on many occasions and has been on three British Lions tours, to Australia, New Zealand and South Africa. He was also a key player in two Welsh Grand Slam-winning campaigns and was named Player of the Six Nations in 2005. In Rugby Rivals he picks his personal top ten players from all the world rugby stars he's ever played against. From Martin Johnson and Shane Williams to Jonah Lomu and Richie McCaw, Martyn explains what he admires about them; looks at their strengths and gives an insight into what makes them tick. He also reveals what they are really like off the pitch. Rugby Rivals is a compelling read that will provoke debate among rugby fans and provide a great starting point for anyone getting into the game.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 96
Publisher: Accent Press Ltd
Published: 03 Mar 2011

ISBN 10: 1907726640
ISBN 13: 9781907726644

Author Bio
Known as NuggetA , Martyn Williams is one of the most popular figures in the rugby world. He first made his name as a young flanker for his home-town club Pontypridd in the mid-1990s. In 1996 he made his debut for Wales at the age of 19 and for the past 15 years has been a major player in the national team. He has featured in two Grand Slam-winning campaigns and was named Player of the Six Nations in 2005. He has captained his country on many occasions and has been on three British Lions tours, to Australia, New Zealand and South Africa. After leaving Pontypridd in 1999, he joined Cardiff Blues and has been with the club ever since. In 2010 he was granted a testimonial.