“The techniques on tackling and clearing out rucks, that’s what I’ve found works for me. They’re drills that I practice day-in, day-out at my club and with the National team. I hope it benefits the people who watch too.”
Good luck with the Autumn Internationals Sam.
Sam Warburton is acknowledged as one of the best openside flankers in the world. At a young age Sam has a great presence at the breakdown and a phenomenal ability to create turnover ball. Having represented Wales at all levels Warburton captained the national side for the first time in 2011 against the Barbarians, becoming the second youngest Wales captain after Gareth Edwards. Sam has won 26 caps including 10 as captain – 6 of which were at Rugby World Cup 2011, making him the youngest ever World Cup captain. Sam retired from all rugby in 2019.
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