The Wigan Warriors are a professional rugby league club based in Wigan, Greater Manchester, England. Founded in 1872, they are the most successful team in the history of the sport, having won 23 league championships, 19 Challenge Cups and 4 World Club Challenges.
The Warriors have a passionate and loyal fan base and are one of the best supported teams in the country. They have a strong competitive spirit and are renowned for their skill and physicality on the field.
With a proud history of success, the Warriors provide an exciting and entertaining spectacle for the fans.
1. John Bateman
Centre
John Bateman is a second-row loose forward who has played for Bradford Bulls in the English Super League. He was born on 30 September 1993 in Bradford, West Yorkshire, England.
At 6 ft 0in (1.83 m) and 15 stone 2 lb (96 kg), he is tall and strong for a second rower. John started playing rugby union at school but switched to rugby league when he joined his local team, Wakefield Trinity Wildcats, aged 16 years old.
In 2013 he signed with Bradford Bulls after impressing during trials and made his debut in 2014 as a substitute against Widnes Vikings; scoring two tries on his debut game later that season against Hull Kingston Rovers Tigers.
In 2016 John was named player of the year by both the Rugby League Writers' Association[3] and BBC Sport[4], becoming only the third player ever to win both awards - following Jason Robinson (1992/93) and Billy Slater (2007).
He also represented Great Britain at under 21 levels before making his full international début against New Zealand Maori in May 2017.
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2. Gary Connolly
Gary Connolly is a former professional rugby league footballer who played for St Helens and Wigan. He played at fullback and centre for both clubs. Connolly is one of the most decorated English rugby league players of all time, with 656 appearances and 136 tries.
He helped St Helens to win the 1993 Rugby League World Cup and Wigan to win the 1998 Super League championship. He retired in 2002. Connolly has since been involved in coaching and commentary. In 2013, he was appointed head coach of the Wakefield Trinity Wildcats in the English Super League.
He has also been a selector for the England national rugby league team. Connolly was born in St Helens, Lancashire, England and raised in nearby Widnes.
Gary Connolly is a former professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1990s and 2000s for several teams in the UK. Gary Connolly represented Great Britain at international level, playing for the country in three World Cups.
Gary Connolly is most notable for his time with the Canterbury Bulldogs, where he helped the team to win the 1993 NRL Premiership. After retiring from playing, Gary Connolly has worked as a rugby league commentator and television presenter.
In 2009, Gary Connolly was voted the 17th greatest rugby league player of all time by the Rugby League World Club Champion. Gary Connolly was born on October 30, 1972, in Liverpool, England.
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3. Thomas Leuluai
Hooker
Thomas Leuluai was born in Auckland, New Zealand in 1985. He started playing rugby league at the age of eight and quickly became a standout player. He made his first-grade debut with the Auckland Warriors in 2002 and went on to play for the club for six seasons.
Leuluai was signed by the Newcastle Knights in 2009 and played for the club for four seasons. He joined the Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs in 2013 and has since played for the club in the NRL and the NSW Cup.
Leuluai was a member of the New Zealand national rugby league team and played in the 2010 World Cup and the 2013 Four Nations.
He has also played for the Kiwis in the ANZAC Test and the 2014 World Cup. Leuluai has been a regular member of the Canterbury-
Bankstown Bulldogs side since 2013 and is currently their captain. He is a scrum-half and hooker and is known for his accurate passing and strong running game.
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4. Iafeta Paleaaesina
Iafeta Paleaaesina is a New Zealand prop. She has played for the Auckland Blues and the Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs in the Women's National Rugby League.
She was a member of the New Zealand Women's Sevens team that won a silver medal at the 2004 Summer Olympics. She has also played for the New Zealand national side.
In 2009, she was named the New Zealand Women's Sportsperson of the Year. In 2010, she was named the New Zealand Women's Player of the Year. In 2013, she was named the Women's Rugby League World Cup's player of the tournament.
She was named in the New Zealand Women's Team of the Century in 2018. She is the first woman to be named the Women's Rugby League World Cup's player of the tournament. Iafeta Paleaaesina was born in 1991 and is currently playing for Doncaster in the English rugby league.
Paleaaesina was a member of the New Zealand Warriors' academy, but left to join Wigan Warriors in 2006. He made his first-grade debut for the Warriors in 2007, and went on to play 145 games for the club, scoring 84 tries. He joined Salford City Reds in 2011 and helped them win the League 1 title in 2013.
Paleaaesina joined Hull FC in 2014 and played 49 games for the club, scoring one try. He joined Doncaster in 2015 on a season-long loan, and helped them win the League 1 title.
Paleaaesina returned to Hull FC in 2016, but left the club at the end of the season to join Doncaster permanently. He has made 24 appearances for the Steelmen in 2017. Paleaaesina is a Tongan international, and has played 15 times for his country.
5. Liam Farrell
Liam Farrell is a second row forward who currently plays for Wigan Warriors in the Super League. Farrell started his career at Wigan before signing for Leeds in 2013.
He played for Leeds for two seasons before signing for Wigan in 2015. Farrell has made over 100 appearances for Wigan and has scored 12 tries. Farrell has played for England at under-19, under-21, and senior level.
He made his debut for England in 2012 and has played 11 times for England. Farrell is a powerful forward who can play on the front or back row.
He is a hard worker and has a good work ethic. Farrell is a limited player who can be targeted by opposition defences.
He is not the quickest player and will need to improve his speed if he wants to play at the highest level. Farrell is a good team player and has a good attitude.
He is a good leader on and off the field. Farrell is likely to be a long-term player for Wigan. He is a good player who can improve his game further.
Farrell is a good player who can play in any position on the front row. He is a hard worker and has a good attitude. He is a good team player and has a good attitude.
6. Andy Farrell
Career
- Position(s): Loose forward, Second-row, Amateur team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), –: Orrell St. James: : (), , Correct as of 1 November 2006, , Senior career, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 1991–2004: Wigan: 370: (3135), , Correct as of 1 November 2006, , National team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 1993–2004: Great Britain: 34: (134), 1995–2001: England[1][2][3]: 11: (78), , Correct as of 13 September 2006
- Position(s): Loose forward, Second-row
- Years: Team: Apps: (Points)
- 1991–2004: Wigan: 370: (3135)
- Correct as of 1 November 2006
- Position(s): Centre, fly-half, flanker, Senior career, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2005–2009: Saracens: 28: (12), , Correct as of 2 September 2009, , National team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2007: England: 8: (5), , Correct as of 28 Sep. 2007, , Teams coached, Years: Team, 2009–2012: Saracens (Assistant), 2011–2015: England (Defence Coach), 2016–2019: Ireland (Defence Coach), 2016: Munster (Advisor), 2019–: Ireland (Head Coach)
- Position(s): Centre, fly-half, flanker
- Years: Team: Apps: (Points)
- 2005–2009: Saracens: 28: (12)
- Correct as of 2 September 2009
Andy Farrell was born in Wigan, Lancashire, England on 30 May 1975. Farrell started playing rugby league at an early age and joined Orrell St. James. After impressing during his time at Orrell St.
James, Farrell joined Wigan Warriors in 1997. Farrell played for Wigan for six seasons before joining London Broncos in 2004. Farrell rejoined Wigan in 2006 and has since played for the club for six more seasons.
Andy Farrell has also represented England at international level and has won multiple titles, including the World Cup in 2007. In 2011, Farrell was named the England captain and has led the team to multiple successes since then.
Andy Farrell is currently the head coach of the Ireland national rugby league team. Andy Farrell is one of the most recognizable and successful rugby league players of all time.
7. Martin Offiah
Martin Offiah is a retired professional rugby league footballer who played for the Widnes Vikings and Rochdale Hornets as a wing. Offiah came to prominence in the late 1980s, when he was one of the stars of the Widnes Vikings outfit.
He helped the Vikings to win the 1988-89 National League title and also represented England at international level.
After leaving Widnes, Offiah joined Rochdale Hornets in 1991. He helped the club to promotion from the Second Division in his first season and also won the Challenge Cup in 1992.
In 1995, Offiah moved to the Salford City Reds and he helped the club to win the 1996-97 National League title.
He also represented England at international level once more, in 1997. Offiah retired from professional rugby league in 1998, having made over 350 appearances and scored 56 tries in his career.
He now works as a television commentator. Martin Offiah was awarded an MBE in the 2012 Queen's Birthday Honours.
8. Kris Radlinski
Kris Radlinski is a former English footballer who played at full back and centre back. He began his career at Manchester United, but never made a first team appearance.
He then moved to Wigan Athletic, where he made over 200 appearances and won two League titles. He then had a brief spell in Italy with A.S. Roma, before retiring in 2006.
Kris Radlinski was voted Wigan's greatest ever player in a poll conducted in 2006. He has since started a coaching career, coaching the England under-17s and under-19s. He is currently the head coach of League Two side Morecambe.
Kris Radlinski was born in Wigan, Greater Manchester, England and began his career at Manchester United, but never made a first team appearance. He then moved to Wigan Athletic, where he made over 200 appearances and won two League titles.
9. Sam Powell
Sam Powell is a hooker who currently plays for Wigan Warriors in the English Super League. Powell made his debut for Wigan in 2010 and has since played over 100 games for the club.
Powell has also represented England at youth level, and made 11 appearances for the Under-20s side. Powell is a powerful scrum-half and stand-off, who is known for his accurate kicking.
Powell has been a regular member of the England Under-20 side, and was part of their victorious European Championship campaign in 2014. Powell is a hard-working player who is known for his toughness in defence.
Powell is a well-respected member of the Wigan team, and is seen as a key player for the club. Powell is currently contracted to Wigan until the end of the 2018 season. Powell is a promising player who has the potential to become a top-level rugby player.
10. Willie Isa
Willie Isa is a New Zealand international rugby player who has played for the Blues and the Chiefs. He has played for both the New Zealand and the British and Irish Lions, and was part of the 2013 British and Irish Lions tour of Australia.
Isa is a powerful second rower and a hard runner. He is also a good centre, and can play loose forward or wing.
Isa has represented New Zealand at international level since 2009, and has also played for the Pacific Islanders. He has also played for the Auckland Blues in the Super Rugby competition.
Isa made his provincial debut for Auckland in 2007, and has since played for the Blues, the Hurricanes, the Highlanders, and the Chiefs.
He is a dual international, having also played for the New Zealand Maori sides. Isa is one of the most experienced players in the New Zealand rugby squad, and is a key part of the Chiefs side.
11. Andy Gregory
Andy Gregory is a rugby league footballer who played for Widnes and Warrington. He represented Lancashire at county level and made his début for Widnes in 1979.
Gregory played for Warrington from 1984 to 1986, and was part of the team that reached the 1986 Challenge Cup Final. Gregory signed for Wigan in 1986, and helped the club win the League Championship in 1990 and the Super League Championship in 1992.
He retired at the end of the 1992 season, and has since worked as a coach with the Wigan Academy. Gregory was made an OBE in the 2003 Queen's Birthday Honours. He was inducted into the Widnes Hall of Fame in 2009. Gregory is the father of fellow rugby league footballer, Andy Gregory Jr.
Gregory is currently the head coach of the Wigan Warriors' Academy. Andy Gregory was one of the most successful coaches in the history of English rugby league.
He was in charge of Leeds from 1992 to 1995, and Salford from 1995 to 1999. Gregory's teams were often successful, winning 27 league games and 2 cup competitions in his time at Leeds.
He left Salford in 1999, after leading them to the play-offs, but then returned to coach the club in 2007. Gregory retired from coaching at the end of the 2007 season.
He has since been involved in studio work and commentary for rugby league matches. Gregory is currently the head coach of the Leigh Centurions in the Super League. Gregory is a former captain of Great Britain. He was inducted into the Rugby League Hall of Fame in 2009.
12. George Williams
George Williams is a scrum-half from Wigan, who has been playing rugby union since he was a young boy. Williams made his debut for England in May 2016, and has since gone on to make several appearances for the national team.
He has also played for the British and Irish Lions, and is currently playing in the Pro14 for Edinburgh.
George Williams is a talented player who is sure to continue to play at a high level for years to come. He is a popular figure in the rugby community, and is known for his attacking play.
George Williams is a hard worker who is always looking to improve his game. He is a natural leader on and off the pitch, and is always willing to give his all for his team. George Williams is a versatile player who can play in a number of positions.
He is a popular figure in the rugby community, and is always willing to give his time to help young players develop their skills.
13. Dean Bell
Dean Bell is a former New Zealand international rugby league player. Bell played for Manukau in the 1982-83 and 1983-84 seasons. Bell was a loose forward.
Bell played for Leeds in the 1984-85 and 1985-86 seasons. Bell was a wing and centre. Bell played for Carlisle in the 1986-87 season. Bell played for Leeds again in the 1987-88 and 1988-89 seasons.
Bell played for Manukau in the 1989-90 and 1990-91 seasons. Bell retired from rugby league in 1991. Dean Bell is a former professional rugby league footballer who played for the Auckland Warriors and Leeds Rhinos in the NRL.
Bell played for the Auckland Warriors from 1984 to 1986 and for the Leeds Rhinos from 1995 to 1996. Bell was a prolific point-scorer in the NRL, scoring 36 tries in 48 appearances for the Auckland Warriors and 384 tries in 594 appearances for the Leeds Rhinos.
Bell retired from professional rugby league in 1996. Bell is a former New Zealand international and made 26 appearances for the New Zealand Māori between 1983 and 1989.
Bell is currently the head coach of the Sydney Roosters in the National Rugby League. Bell was inducted into the New Zealand Rugby League Hall of Fame in 2006. Bell was born in Christchurch, New Zealand, in 1966.
14. Eric Ashton
Eric Ashton was a centre forward who played for Wigan and Lancashire over a ten-year period. Ashton was capped by England at youth level and made his full debut in 1954.
He retired from playing in 1968 but continued to work in football administration. Ashton died in 2008 after a long illness. Ashton is widely regarded as one of the best centre forwards to have played in the 1950s and 1960s.
He was a member of the Wigan and Lancashire teams that won the Football League in the 1960-61 and 1966-67 seasons. Ashton was also a member of the England team that reached the semi-finals of the European Championship in 1960.
He was inducted into the English Football Hall of Fame in 2005. Ashton is the father of former Manchester United and England winger Lee Ashton. Eric Ashton is one of the most successful coaches in British rugby league history. Eric Ashton won three championship titles as coach of Wigan and Leeds.
He also coached Great Britain to victory in the 1979 World Cup. Ashton is a well-respected figure in rugby league and is now in charge of the Leeds Rhinos.
He has a reputation for developing young talent and has worked with some of the sport's biggest stars. Ashton is a gifted motivator and has a knack for getting the best out of his players.
He is known for his tough but fair approach to coaching and is highly respected by his peers. Ashton is a much-loved figure in rugby league and his teams are always competitive. He is a great ambassador for the sport and remains highly popular with the fans.
15. Billy Boston
Billy Boston was born in 1934 in Cardiff, Wales. Boston started playing rugby union in 1950 with Neath RFC. Boston played for Pontypridd RFC from 1952 until his retirement in 1965.
Boston was awarded the MBE in 1985. Boston has been married twice and has three children. Boston currently lives in Wales and is retired from rugby. Boston is a well-known Welsh rugby commentator and author.
Boston has written several books about his rugby experiences. Boston is a popular Welsh rugby commentator and author. Billy Boston was a wing and centre for Wigan from 1953 to 1968. He played in the British Lions tour of Australia in 1954 and was a member of the English XIII side that played France in 1954.
Boston played for Blackpool Boro from 1969 to 1970 and helped the team win the Division Two championship. He represented Great Britain at international level on 31 occasions, including three matches against France. Billy Boston died in March of 2012 at the age of 80.
16. Terry Newton
Terry Newton was a professional footballer who played for Bradford City in the Football League Championship. He was killed in a car accident in 2010 at the age of 31.
Terry Newton was born on 7 November 1978 in Wigan, Greater Manchester, England. He played football for Wigan Athletic and Bradford City before joining Bradford City in the Football League Championship in 2003.
Newton played as a left-back for Bradford City and was a regular in the team during his time with the club. He made over 150 appearances for Bradford City and helped the club to win promotion to the Football League Championship in 2006.
Newton was killed in a car accident on 26 September 2010 at the age of 31. The accident occurred in Bradford just hours after Bradford City had played their final game of the season. Terry Newton was remembered by his colleagues and fellow footballers around the world following his death.
He was posthumously inducted into the Bradford City Hall of Fame in 2013. Terry Newton is survived by his wife and two children.
17. Andy Coley
Andy Coley is a prop for the Harlequins rugby team. He has played for England at under-21, under-19, and under-18 levels. He made his Harlequins debut in 2000.
He is the son of former England international, Andy Coley Sr. He has been with the club since 2000. He has won two Premiership titles with Harlequins. He has also been named the Premiership Player of the Year twice.
He has also been named the Aviva Premiership Player of the Year once. He has been nominated for the BBC Sports Personality of the Year award on two occasions. Andy Coley is a Welsh international and former Wigan Warriors player.
He was born in Bridgend, Wales in 1981 and played for Swinton Lions, Salford City Reds and Wigan Warriors between 1997 and 2007.
He represented Wales at under-21 level and made his debut for the senior side in 2001. He is a prolific point-scorer and was the Wigan Warriors' top try-scorer in 2006 and 2007.
He announced his retirement from professional rugby league in December 2007. He later became a coach with the Wigan Warriors and Swinton Lions junior squads.
18. Denis Betts
Denis Betts is a second row forward who played for Wigan and Auckland Warriors in rugby league. Denis Betts was born in Salford, Lancashire, England in September 1969.
Denis Betts played for Wigan from 1986 to 1995 and then for Auckland Warriors from 1995 to 1997. Denis Betts played in 42 matches for Wigan and 44 matches for Auckland Warriors.
Denis Betts is 6 feet 0 inches tall and weighs 15 stone. Denis Betts was a part of the Great Britain team that won the 1996 World Cup. Denis Betts retired from rugby league in 1997.
Denis Betts currently works as a coach for the Wigan academy. Denis Betts is a father of two children and has been married to his wife since 1990. Denis Betts is a former professional rugby league footballer who played for the Wigan Warriors and Widnes Vikings in the English Super League.
He started his career with the Great Britain Youth team before signing with the Wigan Warriors in 1998. Betts made his Super League debut in 1998 and went on to play 116 matches for the Wigan Warriors, scoring 34 tries. He was part of the Wigan Warriors team that won the 1998–99 Super League title.
Betts left the Wigan Warriors at the end of the 2009 season and joined the Widnes Vikings. He played for the Widnes Vikings for two seasons before moving to the Newcastle Thunder in 2011. Betts retired from rugby league in 2018 after playing for the Newcastle Thunder for one season.
19. Shaun Edwards
Shaun Edwards is a former English full back who played for Wigan and Balmain Tigers. Edwards made his international debut for England in 1987 and played 86 times for his country.
Edwards was a regular for Wigan in the 1990s and won the English title with the club in 1993. Edwards switched to rugby union in 1997 and played for Balmain Tigers in the Australian Rugby Union.
Edwards retired from rugby in 2002 and has since worked as a journalist for BBC. Edwards was made an OBE in 2006 for services to sport. Edwards is now a coach for the Wigan academy and is also a pundit for the BBC.
Edwards married in 2002 and has two children. Edwards is an ambassador for the Rugby Football Union and has worked with young people in deprived areas. Shaun Edwards is a former player and current coach who has worked with both London Wasps and Wales.
Edwards has a wealth of experience, having played for Great Britain and Lancashire as well as coaching in Wales and France.
He has a knack for developing talent and has overseen several successful seasons with both London Wasps and Wales. Edwards has a clear understanding of the game and is known for his hard work and attention to detail.
He has a wealth of experience coaching at the highest level and is currently in charge of France's defence. Edwards is a highly respected figure within the sport and is widely considered to be one of the best coaches in the world.
He is a highly motivational coach who is known for his gregarious nature. Edwards is currently without a club, but is likely to be back in coaching soon.
20. George Carmont
Carmont started his rugby career with the Auckland Rugby Union in New Zealand, before transferring to the French side Toulon in 2000. He made his international debut for New Zealand in 2002 and has since gone on to make over 60 appearances for his country.
He has also played for the Crusaders in the Super 14 and for the Canterbury Rugby Union in the National Provincial Championship
. In 2009, he signed with the Edinburgh Rugby Club and has since made over 100 appearances for the side. Carmont is currently contracted to the Edinburgh Rugby Club until the end of the 2016-2017 season.
He has been a part of the New Zealand national side since 2002 and has since captained his country on a number of occasions. Carmont is a powerful and accurate ball carrier and is also very quick and agile on the ground.
He is a versatile player and is capable of playing at both centre and wing. Carmont is a hard-working and committed player and is always looking to put in a strong performance for his club and country.
21. Sean O'Loughlin
Sean O'Loughlin is an English actor who is best known for his roles in Doctor Who and Lost. O'Loughlin was born in Wigan, Greater Manchester, England in 1982.
He began his career as a model before landing his first role in the TV series My Family. O'Loughlin has since starred in a number of popular TV series, including Doctor Who, Lost, and Desperate Housewives.
O'Loughlin has also appeared in a number of feature films, including the action film Speed and the romantic comedy What to Expect When You're Expecting. In 2013, O'Loughlin was awarded an OBE for his services to the performing arts.
O'Loughlin is married to actress Jessica Brown Findlay and they have two children. O'Loughlin is currently starring in the TV series Midsomer Murders. O'Loughlin is a keen advocate for cancer awareness and has spoken about his battle with the disease in the past.
22. Frano Botica
Career
- Position(s): Fullback, Wing, Five-eighth, Senior career, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 1990–95: Wigan: 179: (1931), 1995: Auckland: 5: (46), 1996: Castleford: 21: (190), National team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 1991–93: New Zealand: 7: (50)
- Position(s): Fullback, Wing, Five-eighth
- Years: Team: Apps: (Points)
- 1990–95: Wigan: 179: (1931)
- 1995: Auckland: 5: (46)
- 1996: Castleford: 21: (190)
- Position(s): First five-eighth, All Black No.: 866, Senior career, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), : North Shore: : (), Provincial / State sides, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), : North Harbour: : (), Super Rugby, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 1998: Chiefs: 1: (), National team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 1986–1989: New Zealand: 7: (6), 1997–1998: Croatia: 2:
- Position(s): First five-eighth
- All Black No.: 866
- Years: Team: Apps: (Points)
- : North Shore: : ()
Frano Botica was born on 3 August 1963 in Mangakino, New Zealand. Botica played rugby league for Wigan and Auckland in the 1990s and 1996. Botica represented New Zealand at international level in 1995.
Botica is now a rugby coach. Frano Botica was born in Auckland, New Zealand in 1991. Botica started playing rugby union at the age of seven and quickly became a star player in his local club. Botica made his test debut for New Zealand in 2006 and went on to play seven internationals for the team.
Botica joined North Harbour in the Super Rugby season of 2014 and helped the side to a title victory. Botica was called up to the New Zealand national team in 2013 and has since played two tests.
Botica is currently contracted to North Harbour for the remainder of the Super Rugby season. Botica is a skillful, creative player who is always looking to create opportunities for his teammates.
Botica is a hard worker who is always looking to improve his skills. Botica is a future All Black and is sure to have a long and successful rugby career.
23. Terry O'Connor
Terry O'Connor is a prop, and he played for Widnes from 1990-1993. O'Connor played for England from 1993-1996, and he was a member of the 1995 Rugby World Cup squad.
He played for Sale Sharks from 1996-1998, and he was a part of the 1997 Challenge Cup-winning side. O'Connor played for Newcastle Falcons from 1998-2001, and he was a part of the 2000-2001 Heineken Cup-winning side.
O'Connor signed with the Crusaders in 2001, and he played for them until he retired in 2007. O'Connor is now a rugby commentator for Sky Sports. O'Connor has two sons, and he is married to Siobhan. O'Connor is a rugby enthusiast, and he has published a book about his rugby career.
O'Connor was inducted into the Rugby Hall of Fame in 2013. Terry O'Connor is a former professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1990s and 2000s.
O'Connor played for Salford and Wigan in the 1990s and 2000s, and represented Great Britain at international level. O'Connor is a former Widnes Vikings player, and won the Challenge Cup with the club in 2005.
O'Connor retired from rugby league in 2006. O'Connor is now a rugby union coach, working for the Widnes Vikings in the Super League. O'Connor has also coached the England national rugby league team.
O'Connor is married and has two children. O'Connor was born in Widnes, Cheshire, England. O'Connor is a rugby league football coach and commentator, and is the head coach of the England national rugby league team.
24. Ellery Hanley
Ellery Hanley is a former professional rugby league footballer who played for Bradford Northern, Wigan, Balmain Tigers and Leeds. Ellery Hanley primarily played as a wing, centre and stand-off but was also capable of playing as a loose forward.
Ellery Hanley was born in 1961 and played for Leeds from 1978 to 1995. Ellery Hanley was a regular scorer and had over 800 points in his career. Ellery Hanley retired from professional rugby league in 1995 and now works as a financial consultant.
Ellery Hanley was inducted into the Bradford Northern hall of fame in 2009. Ellery Hanley is currently married and has two children.
Ellery Hanley is a financial consultant by profession and lives in Leeds. Ellery Hanley was a coach in the NRL for the Balmain Tigers from 1996-1997.
He had a successful career coaching in the NRL, winning 26 matches, 3 draws and 1 loss. Ellery Hanley was inducted into the Australian Rugby League Hall of Fame in 2017.
He was also inducted into the New South Wales Rugby League Hall of Fame in 2017. Ellery Hanley is currently the assistant coach for the Penrith Panthers in the NRL.
Ellery Hanley was born in Sydney, New South Wales, in 1960. He played for the Balmain Tigers in the NSWRL competition from 1984-1991. He is a rugby league coach with a successful career behind him.
25. Jim Sullivan
Jim Sullivan was a Welsh rugby union fullback who played for Cardiff and the British and Irish Lions. Sullivan was one of the most consistent fullbacks in rugby union and was a member of the British and Irish Lions squad that toured South Africa in 1974.
Sullivan also played for Wales and was a member of their 1951 and 1955 World Cup squads. Sullivan retired from playing in the late 1960s and later became a coach. Sullivan died in 1977 at the age of 73. Sullivan represented Great Britain at rugby league in the 1920s.
Sullivan played for Wigan, Bradford Northern, and Keighley. He is best known for his time at Wigan, where he played 774 games and scored 2317 points. Sullivan also represented England at rugby union. He died in 2006 at the age of 92.
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26. Pat Richards
Richards started playing rugby league at the age of eight and quickly developed into one of the best players in the country.
He made his first-grade debut with the Sydney Roosters in 2002 and went on to play for the Melbourne Storm, Newcastle Knights, and the Brisbane Broncos.
Richards is one of the most decorated players in Australian rugby league history, having won seven premierships, three State of Origin titles, and two World Club Challenges.
He retired from rugby league in 2016 and now works as a rugby union coach. Richards is married to former Australian netball player Aimee Cooper and they have two children.
Richards is a devout Christian and has spoken about his faith in the media numerous times. Richards is one of the most popular players in Australia and is widely considered to be one of the best fullbacks in the history of the sport.
Richards is a member of the NRL Hall of Fame and was named the NRL's Most Outstanding Player in 2013. Richards is a rugby union convert and is currently the head coach of Sydney University.
Also Played For: west tigers
27. Sam Tomkins
Sam Tomkins is a professional rugby league footballer who plays for Wigan Warriors. He was born on March 23, 1989 in Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, England.
At 1.80m (5ft 11in), he is a tall and bulky fullback. He started playing rugby league in his early years, playing for Wigan Warriors in the 2008-13 seasons. He has made 152 appearances for the club and scored 144 tries.
He has also kicked 2 goals and field goals648 points in his career. He is a stand-off and plays a supportive role for his team. He has been a key player for Wigan in their recent successes.
He is currently contracted to the club until the end of the 2020 season. Sam Tomkins is a rugby union player who has represented England at international level. He has also played for the Wigan Warriors and the Catalans Dragons.
Tomkins is a powerful winger who is capable of scoring tries. He is a hard-working player who is always looking to contribute to his team.
He is a fast player who can take on defenders head-on. Tomkins is a team player who is always willing to give his all for his team. He is a well-known figure in the rugby union community.
28. Ken Gee
Ken Gee was a prop forward who played for Wigan in the 1940s and 1950s. He was part of the Wigan side which won the Challenge Cup in 1952. He also played in the Lancashire County Cup final in 1954, which Wigan lost to Oldham.
He finished his playing career with spells at Leigh and Warrington. Ken Gee later worked as a coach with Wigan and Leigh. He died in 1989 at the age of 72. Ken Gee was a professional footballer who played for Wigan Athletic and Oldham Athletic.
He represented Great Britain on several occasions, including at the 1948 and 1950 World Cups. He ended his career with Oldham Athletic in 1954. He was inducted into the English Football Hall of Fame in 2000. He died in 2006. He was born in 1935.
He is a former Wigan Athletic and England player. He was born in Lancashire, England. He passed away in 2006.
29. Joe Egan
Joe Egan was a hooker who played for Wigan, Leigh and Wigan again in the 1950s and 1960s. He was a part of the Wigan side that won the Lancashire County Cup in 1948 and 1950.
Egan also played for England in the 1946–47 and 1949–50 seasons. He retired from playing in the 1955 season. Joe Egan died on 11 November 2012 at the age of 93. He is most famous for his time at Wigan where he played 362 games and scored 94 tries.
Egan also played for Oldham (a guest side) in 1943 and 1950. Joe Egan is a member of the Wigan Hall of Fame. Joe Egan is the father of former Wigan and England player and coach, Mick Egan.
Joe Egan was a player and coach with Leigh in the 1950s. Joe Egan also had a brief spell as coach of Wigan in the early 1960s. Joe Egan is most famous, however, as the coach of Warrington from 1968 until his retirement in 1970.
Under Joe Egan's guidance, Warrington went from non-league football to the top flight of English rugby league. Joe Egan was also responsible for introducing the full-back shift to English rugby league, which changed the way the game was played.
Joe Egan retired from coaching in 1970, but continued to work in rugby league as a referee and administrator. Joe Egan was inducted into the Rugby League Hall of Fame in 2007. Joe Egan died in November 2009, at the age of 82. Joe Egan was a great coach and a role model to many rugby league players and coaches.
30. Brian McTigue
Brian McTigue was a powerful and hard-working centre, who was a vital part of the Wigan side that won the Lancashire league championship in 1959-60. He also played for England, and was a member of the British Lions tour of New Zealand in 1960.
McTigue died of a heart attack in 1981. Brian McTigue was born in 1951 in Wigan, England. He played for Wigan from 1951 to 1967, and was a part of their Championship-winning side in 1967. McTigue represented Great Britain at international level from 1958 to 1963.
After retiring from playing, McTigue became a coach at Wigan. He was also the manager of Blackpool Borough from 1988 to 1990. McTigue later worked as a pundit for BBC Sport. In 2004, McTigue was inducted into the Wigan Hall of Fame. He currently works as the head coach of the Northern Ireland national team.
McTigue has been married to his wife, Valerie, for over 40 years.
31. Jack Barton
Jack Barton was a professional football player who played for several teams in England. Barton was best known for his time with Wigan Athletic, where he spent 11 seasons playing in the Football League.
Barton also had a short stint with Sunderland, and later played for Oldham Athletic and Bradford City. Barton died in unknown circumstances, and his death remains a mystery to this day. Barton was born in 1892 in Manchester, England.
Barton played for Wigan from 1901 until 1910. Barton was a forward and he was one of the best in the league. Barton had a great career and he was inducted into the Wigan hall of fame. Barton died in 1961. Barton was a great player and he is a legend at Wigan.
Barton was a great forward and he was a legend at Wigan. Barton was a great player and he was a legend at Wigan. Barton was a great player and he was a legend at Wigan.
32. George Banks
George Banks was born on March 3, 1909, in Castleford, England. He died unknown, but is most well-known for his time playing prop for the Castleford Tigers in the National Rugby League.
Banks made his professional debut with the Tigers in 1929, and went on to play for the team until 1946. He was a member of the Tigers' first ever team, and was also a part of their 1934 and 1936 premiership teams.
Banks was also a member of the British Empire XIII team that played in the 1937 World Cup. He is currently the only player to have won three World Cups - as a prop. Banks was inducted into the British Rugby League Hall of Fame in 2003.
He is also a member of the Yorkshire County Cricket Club Hall of Fame. George Banks passed away in unknown circumstances, but his legacy lives on through his contributions to the sport of rugby league and to the Tigers team he helped to create history.
33. John Barton
John Barton is a prop in rugby league. Barton started playing rugby league at the age of eight. He has played for the Wigan Warriors, the Castleford Tigers, and the Bradford Bulls.
Barton has also played for England in international competition. Barton is a two-time Super League champion with the Wigan Warriors. Barton was voted the 2006 BBC Sports Personality of the Year.
Barton is married and has two children. Barton is a member of the Rugby Football League Hall of Fame. Barton is currently a player/coach for the Halifax Mooseheads in the Canadian Rugby League. Barton was a 6 foot 3 inch forward who played for Leigh from 1955 to 1966.
Barton was a member of the Wigan Athletic team from 1966 to 1972. Barton was a member of the Great Britain national team from 1960 to 1961.
Barton was a member of the British Amateur Athletic Association (BAA) team in 1960. Barton was a member of the British Empire and Commonwealth Games team in 1966.
Barton was a member of the British Olympic Association (BOA) team in 1968. Barton was a member of the British Isles team in 1970. Barton was a member of the British Olympic Association (BOA) team in 1972. Barton was inducted into the British Basketball Hall of Fame in 2003.
34. Jackie Bowen
Jackie Bowen was a Welsh rugby union player who played for Wigan and Wales. Bowen was a prolific forward and was a member of the Wigan team that won the Challenge Cup in 1963.
Bowen also played for Wales in the Five Nations Championship and the British Lions tour of South Africa in 1971. Bowen later became a coach and was the head coach of the Wales national team from 1978 to 1981.
Bowen died at the age of 93 in 2009. Jackie Bowen was born on September 8th, 1922 in Llanelli, Wales. Bowen began his rugby league career with Wigan RLFC in 1938. He played in 147 matches for the club and scored 112 tries.
Bowen also represented Wales in 45 matches between 1945 and 1948. Bowen retired from rugby league in 1948, but continued to play for Leigh until 1949. Bowen died on October 29th, 2003 at the age of 86.
35. Lewis Bradley
Lewis Bradley was born in 1889 in Gloucestershire, England. Bradley died in 1918 in France during World War I. Bradley was a right-handed batsman and a right-arm bowler.
Bradley made his first-class debut for Gloucestershire in 1909. Bradley represented his country at Test, One-Day International (ODI) and Twenty20 International (T20I) level.
Bradley was a prolific batsman, averaging over 50 in first-class cricket. Bradley was also a capable right-arm bowler, taking over 100 wickets in first-class cricket. Bradley was inducted into the Gloucestershire Hall of Fame in 2005.
Bradley's death at the age of 29 during World War I was a tragic loss for the cricket community. Lewis Bradley was born on October 10th, 1984 in Bradford, West Yorkshire, England. Lewis Bradley first played rugby union at Pontypool RFC before switching to rugby league in 2001.
Bradley has played for a number of clubs in the rugby league system, most notably Wigan and Leeds. Bradley has played in the Super League for Wigan, Leeds, and St.
Helens. Bradley has also played in the Rugby Challenge for Wigan, Leeds, and Wakefield Trinity. Bradley has represented England at international level, and played in the 2008 and 2011 World Cups.
Bradley has also played for Great Britain at international level. Bradley announced his retirement from professional rugby league in January 2018. Bradley is currently the head coach at Featherstone Rovers in the Betfred Championship.
36. Joel Tomkins
Joel Tomkins is a English rugby league footballer who plays for the Wigan Warriors in the Super League. Tomkins plays at second-row, centre and loose forward for Wigan and has represented England at international level.
Tomkins has played for Wigan since 2007 and has won the Challenge Cup and Super League championship with the club. Tomkins was born in Warrington, Cheshire, England and began playing rugby league at the age of five.
Tomkins has been a regular for England since making his debut in 2006 and has played at the 2008 and 2013 Rugby League World Cups.
Tomkins has been a part of the Wigan Warriors side that has won the Super League championship twice in 2013 and 2017. Tomkins has also played at the 2012 and 2013 World Cup. In 2018, Tomkins signed with the Melbourne Storm on a two-year deal. Tomkins is married with two children.
37. Shaun Wane
Shaun Wane is a former prop and loose forward who played for Wigan and Leeds. Wane started his career at Wigan and went on to make 149 appearances for the club.
After leaving Wigan, Wane played for Leeds for two seasons before retiring. Wane is currently the head coach of his home-town club, Wigan Warriors.
Wane is one of the most successful prop-movers in English rugby history and is often considered one of the best prop-mover of all time.
Wane is the son of a coal miner and played rugby for the coal miner's union in his youth. Wane is married with two children and has two grandchildren.
Wane is a devout Christian and has spoken about his faith in the media. Wane is a popular figure in his home town of Wigan and is known for his good humour and down-to-earth personality.
38. Liam Byrne
Liam Byrne is a prop for Salford in the English rugby league system. Byrne has represented England at under-16, under-18, and under-20 level. He made his professional debut for Salford in the 2018 Challenge Cup.
Byrne has won two Super League titles with Salford. Byrne has also played for the England national team at under-16, under-18, and under-20 level. He made his international debut for England in the 2018 World Cup.
Byrne is a dual-code international, having also played for Ireland in the rugby union system. Byrne has also played for the Great Britain national rugby union team. Byrne is the son of former Irish international footballer, Liam Byrne.
Liam Byrne is a former Labour MP who was appointed to the Cabinet in May 2018. Byrne was born in Dublin in 1975 and has been a Labour MP since May 2008. In May 2018, Byrne was appointed Minister for Transport and Digital Infrastructure.
Byrne has also been Minister for Energy and Climate Change and Minister for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs. Byrne has been a vocal critic of Brexit and has been a proponent of a second referendum. Byrne is married to Marion Byrne and they have two children.
Byrne has been involved in a number of controversies, including allegations of sexual harassment and corruption.
Byrne retired from the Labour Party in February 2019. Byrne is now a vocal advocate for the Democratic Unionist Party (DUP) and has been involved in negotiations to form a coalition government with the Conservative Party.
39. Stuart Fielden
Fielden was born in 1979 in Halifax, West Yorkshire, England. He started playing rugby league at the age of 10 and went on to play for Wigan, Leeds and St.
Helens. Fielden was a part of the Great Britain team that won the 2008 World Cup. He retired from professional rugby league in 2014. Fielden is currently the head coach of the Wigan Warriors Academy.
He has two children. Fielden is a prop and second-row. He has retired from professional rugby league after playing for Wigan from 2009 to 2014. Fielden is the head coach of the Wigan Warriors Academy.
Stuart Fielden is a professional rugby league footballer who played for the Bradford Bulls and Wigan Warriors in the UK. Fielden is a former England international and played in the 2000 and 2001 Rugby League World Cups.
Fielden retired from professional rugby league in 2012 and now works as a rugby union coach. Fielden is the son of former rugby league player and coach, Mick Fielden. Stuart Fielden was born in Wakefield, West Yorkshire, England, on 22nd March, 1984.
Stuart Fielden is married and has two children.
40. Joe Burgess
Joe Burgess is a talented wing and centre who has been playing in the English Super League for Wigan Warriors since the 2013 season.
Burgess has represented his country at under-16, under-18 and under-20 levels, and was a member of the England team that won the World Cup in 2015.
Burgess has been a major player for Wigan in the Super League, helping them to two titles (2013, 2017) and being named the 2017 Super League Player of the Year.
Burgess is also a valuable member of the England national team, having made his debut in 2016 and being a regular in the side since then.
Burgess has a impressive record in the Super League, with an overall total of 192 points from 168 matches. Burgess is currently contracted to Wigan until the end of the 2020 season.
Burgess is a hard-working player who is always looking to do his best for his team, and is a key part of the Wigan Warriors team.
41. Va'aiga Tuigamala
Career
- Position(s): Centre, Wing, Senior career, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 1993–1997: Wigan: 102: (254), National team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 1995: Samoa: 2: (8)
- Position(s): Centre, Wing
- Years: Team: Apps: (Points)
- 1993–1997: Wigan: 102: (254)
- Position(s): Wing, Centre, All Black No.: 900, Amateur team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), : Ponsonby: : (), Senior career, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 1996–1997: Wasps: 13: (20), 1997–2002: Newcastle: 113: (160), Provincial / State sides, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 1988–1993: Auckland: 49: (140), National team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 1989–1993: New Zealand: 19: (21), 1996–2001: Samoa: 23: (15)
- Position(s): Wing, Centre
- All Black No.: 900
- Years: Team: Apps: (Points)
- 1996–1997: Wasps: 13: (20)
- 1997–2002: Newcastle: 113: (160)
Va'aiga Tuigamala was born on 4 September 1969 in Faleasiu, Western Samoa. He played rugby league for Wigan from 1993 to 1997. Tuigamala was a centre and wing.
Tuigamala died on 24 February 2022, aged 52, in Auckland, New Zealand. Tuigamala was the cousin of rugby league legend David Tua. Va'aiga Tuigamala, or "Vai" for short, was born in Suva, Fiji on December 2, 1978.
Vai played his rugby union for Samoa from 1995 to 2002, making 113 appearances and scoring 160 points. Vai was a member of the Newcastle Falcons from 1997 to 2002 and was a regular starter for the side. In 2001, Vai was part of Samoa's squad that competed in the 2001 Rugby World Cup.
Vai later moved to France and played for Ponsonby in the National Rugby Championship. In 2013, Vai returned to Samoa and played for the national side in the 2013 Rugby World Cup.
Va'aiga Tuigamala is now a coach in Samoa and is in charge of the Under-20 side. Va'aiga Tuigamala is married and has two children.
Va'aiga Tuigamala is considered one of the greatest rugby union players of all time and is still playing at a high level.
42. Lee Mossop
Lee Mossop is a prop for the Sale Sharks in the English Premiership Rugby. Mossop is a strong and powerful player who is known for his physicality on the field.
Mossop made his debut for Sale Sharks in 2008 and has since played over 100 games for the club. In 2012, Mossop was named in the England squad for the 2012 Six Nations Championship.
Mossop has also been involved in the England Saxons squad, playing for the team in the 2009, 2010, and 2013 IRB Tournaments. Mossop has also appeared for England A in the 2009, 2010, and 2011 IRB Tournaments.
In 2013, Mossop was named in the Premiership Team of the Year. Mossop is married and has two children. Lee Mossop is a powerful prop who is known for his physicality on the field. Lee Mossop is a rugby union player who has played for both England and Wigan Warriors.
Lee Mossop is a powerful forward who is known for his speed, strength and accuracy. Lee Mossop is a natural finisher who is lethal in the air.
Lee Mossop is a hard-working player who is always looking for opportunities to score. Lee Mossop is a popular figure both on and off the field, and is well-respected by his team-mates.
Lee Mossop is a crucial member of both England and Wigan Warriors, and is expected to lead his team to success in the future. Lee Mossop is a tireless worker who never gives up, and is always looking to improve his game.
Lee Mossop is a natural leader who is able to inspire his team to victory. Lee Mossop is one of the most talented and promising rugby players in the world, and is sure to have a long and successful career.
43. Darrell Goulding
Darrell Goulding is a professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Championship side Wolverhampton Wanderers. He was born in Wigan, Greater Manchester, England and started his career at Manchester City before spending four years at Portsmouth.
He signed for Wolves in January 2015 and has since made over 100 appearances for the club.
Goulding has also represented England at Under-21 level and was part of the team that reached the semi-finals of the 2013 Under-21 European Championship.
He is a hard-working midfielder who is always looking to get involved in the attack and is known for his accurate passing.
Goulding is a fans' favourite at Wolves and is highly respected by his team-mates. He is due to enter the final year of his contract with Wolves at the end of the season and is expected to be offered a new deal.
He is a regular member of the England national team and has made over 25 appearances for the side. Darrell Goulding is a talented player who has shown great potential during his time with Wolves.
44. Henry Paul
Henry Paul was born in 1974 in Tokoroa, New Zealand. He is a stand-off and loose forward and has played for the Auckland Warriors and the New Zealand national side.
He has played in the NRL for the Warriors and the Melbourne Storm and has also played in the Super League for the Wigan Warriors.
He has been a part of the New Zealand national side and the Warriors' Auckland-based side and has won the NRL Premiership and the World Club Challenge.
He has also played for the Kiwis in international rugby and is a three-time winner of the World Cup. He has been married to Larena Paul since 2003 and they have two children.
He is a popular rugby league player and is known for his hard-hitting play. Henry Paul is a professional rugby union player who has played for Gloucester in the English Premiership.
Henry Paul has represented his country on several occasions, including at the 2003 Rugby World Cup. Henry Paul is a powerful midfielder who is often counted on to make crucial plays in key moments of games.
Henry Paul is one of the most experienced players in the Gloucester squad, and he is known for his hard work and determination on the field. Henry Paul is a key player for Gloucester, and his presence in the midfield can often cause opposing teams problems.
Henry Paul is a feared rugby player, and he has a reputation for being one of the toughest players in the Premiership. Henry Paul is a versatile player who is skilled in both attack and defense. Henry Paul is a hard worker who is always looking to improve his game.
Henry Paul is a well-loved player in the Gloucester squad, and he is considered to be one of the team's leaders.
45. Phil Clarke
Phil Clarke is a second-row forward who has played for England and Lancashire in the professional era. Clarke made his first-team debut for England in 1995 and went on to win 59 caps.
He is best known for his appearances for Lancashire in the Super League, where he won three titles. Clarke retired from playing in 2013. In retirement, Clarke has taken up a role as assistant coach at his former club, Lancashire.
Clarke is married with two children. Clarke is a devout Christian and has spoken about his faith in interviews. Clarke is a keen supporter of the Lancashire club and is involved in a number of charity events. Clarke is also a radio presenter and has appeared as a pundit for the BBC.
Phil Clarke started his career at Wigan before moving to Sydney City Roosters. Clarke represented Great Britain at international level before moving to England to play for England. Clarke retired from professional football in 1995.
46. George Fairbairn
George Fairbairn is a retired Scottish full back who played for Kelso and Borders. He represented Scotland at representative level between 197?–74. Fairbairn was nicknamed the 'Bishop of Borders' due to his hardworking style of play.
Fairbairn was known for his hard running and powerful tackles. Fairbairn represented Scotland at both rugby union and rugby league international level. After retiring from playing, Fairbairn became a coach and worked with both Kelso and Borders.
Fairbairn is currently the head coach of the Borders side. Fairbairn is a member of the Borders Cricket Club and has played for them since 1978. Fairbairn was awarded an OBE in the Queen's Birthday Honours List in 2009. Fairbairn is married to Jill and has two children.
Fairbairn was a fullback who played for Wigan and Hull KR in the 1970s and 1980s. He represented England and Great Britain at international level, and also played in tour games for England in 1975 and 1977. Fairbairn later coached Wigan and Hull KR, and helped them to win the 1984 Challenge Cup.
47. Taulima Tautai
Taulima Tautai is an Australian rugby league footballer who played for the Sydney Roosters in the National Rugby League. Taulima Tautai was born in 1988 in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.
Taulima Tautai played for the Sydney Roosters in the National Rugby League. Taulima Tautai is 190 cm tall and weighs 116 kg. Taulima Tautai started playing rugby league at the age of five and progressed through the ranks.
Taulima Tautai represented Australia at junior level and has won caps for the country. Taulima Tautai is a hardworking player and is popular with his team-mates.
Taulima Tautai is an experienced player and has played in a number of big matches for the Sydney Roosters.
Taulima Tautai is a strong and forceful player who is known for his explosive tackling. Taulima Tautai is a former New Zealand international rugby league player who played for the Parramatta Eels in the National Rugby League.
Tautai made his NRL debut for the Parramatta Eels in 2008 and played 30 matches for the club before moving to the Cronulla Sharks in 2010.
Tautai was part of the New Zealand team that competed in the 2008 World Cup and played in all of their matches. Tautai signed with the Wakefield Trinity Wildcats in 2013 and played 26 matches for the club before signing with Wigan Warriors in 2015.
Tautai played 16 matches for Wigan Warriors in his three seasons with the club. Tautai announced his retirement from rugby league in 2019.
Tautai is currently a coach for the New Zealand under-20 team. Tautai is married and has two children. Tautai is a New Zealand international rugby league player and holds the record for the most points scored in a World Cup match, with 18 points in the final against Australia.
48. Ged Byrne
Ged Byrne is a former wing and centre who played for the New Zealand national rugby league team. He played for the Bradford Bulls and the Hull Kingston Rovers in the 1990s.
He later moved to Australia and played for the Canberra Raiders. He retired from playing in 2004. He became a coach with the Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs in 2007. He was sacked in 2013 after a poor season.
He has since returned to coaching and is currently the head coach of the New Zealand Warriors. He is the father of Robbie Byrne, a former Australian international rugby league player. He was inducted into the New Zealand Sports Hall of Fame in 2017.
Ged Byrne played for Salford and Wakefield Trinity in the 1980s. Byrne played in the British Rugby League for Workington Town.
Byrne has also played for Oldham and is currently playing for the Widnes Vikings in the Super League. Byrne has been a coach for the Australian national rugby league team.
Byrne is the son of former Great Britain and Wigan rugby league player, Gerry Byrne. Byrne has also played for the Ireland national rugby league team.
Byrne is the chairman of the Widnes Vikings. Byrne is a commentator for the BBC. Byrne is also a business man.
49. Phil Bailey
Phil Bailey is a Second-row, Centre, for the Newcastle Knights in the NRL. Bailey was originally signed by the Knights in 2007 and has since played over 100 games for the club.
Bailey has also represented Australia on a number of occasions and is a fan favorite at the Knights.
Bailey is a hard worker who is always looking to improve his game. Bailey is contracted with the Knights until the end of the 2020 season.
Bailey is a popular player with the Newcastle community and is always looking to give back to the local community. Bailey is a popular figure in the NRL and is always looking to give back to the game.
Bailey is a hard worker who always puts in the extra effort in training and games. Bailey is a popular player with the Newcastle community and is always looking to give back to the game.
50. Green Vigo
Green Vigo is a centre who has represented both the Proteas and Saldanha Tigers in the past. He is a hard-working player who is known for his strong defence and kicking game.
Green Vigo has a good all-round game and is a key player for his team. He is a popular player among his fans, and is often seen cheering them on during matches. He has a bright future in rugby and is considered to be one of the best centres in the country.
He is a dedicated player who puts in maximum effort during matches. He is a hard worker who is always looking to improve his skills. He has a good head on his shoulders and is able to read the game well. He is a team player who is always willing to give his all for his team.
Green Vigo are a Spanish rugby team who play in the Spanish second division. They were founded in 1973 and play their home games at the Estadio de La Romareda in Zaragoza. Green Vigo have played in the Spanish cup on a few occasions, most notably in 2003 when they reached the semi-finals.
They have also played in European competition, most notably in the Heineken Cup in 2006. Green Vigo have a strong rivalry with fellow Spanish side, Elche.
In the 2008-09 season, Green Vigo finished in seventh place in the Spanish second division, qualifying for the following season's Heineken Cup.
In the 2009-10 season, they finished in eleventh place in the league and were relegated to the second division.
In the 2010-11 season, they finished in seventh place in the second division and were promoted back to the Heineken Cup. Green Vigo's home ground is the Estadio de La Romareda, which has a capacity of 21,000.
Final Words
The Wigan Warriors are a professional rugby league club based in Wigan, Greater Manchester, England. They have played in the Super League since its establishment in 1996.
Wigan have had a number of successful players, some of whom have gone on to have successful careers in other sports.
