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All around the world, grass roots rugby players are upping their game for the international stage

Long before the likes of Earl and Esterhuizen, Italy flanker MAURO BERGAMASCO moonlighted at scrum half…

The pocket rocket winger defied the odds to become one of the modern greats

The record breaking Scot was a Six Nations beacon amid many moments of gloom

England’s gladiator at eight was central to their early Six Nations success