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10 Rugby Players Who Went Backwards In 2017

3. Jamie Heaslip

Being nominated for World Player of the year as well as winning try of the year, made 2016 an epic year for the powerhouse Irishman. Therefore, missing the British & Irish Lions tour and making just four appearances for Ireland this year could suggest the 33-year-old legend is now on the decline.

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4. Jamie Roberts

The powerhouse centre was in the 2016 Team of the Six Nations, but has seen his stock significantly fall this year. Now seemingly out of Warren Gatland’s Wales plans going forward and his club form up and down, Roberts is approaching a crossroads in his career, especially since his contract is up at Harlequins at the end of the season.

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