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16 Legendary Rugby Quotes Every Fan Must Read

9. “I’d like to thank the press from the heart of my bottom.” 
Nick Easter after England silenced the doubters with their quarter-final win over Australia.

10. “No leadership, no ideas. Not even enough imagination to thump someone in the lineup when the ref wasn’t looking.” 
J.P.R. Williams in 1984 on Wales losing 28-9 against Australia.

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11.“It is like kissing your sister.”
Springbok coach Heyneke Meyer gives his view on the joy of having to play a third place playoff match.

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12. “Remember that rugby is a team game; all 14 of you make sure you pass the ball to Jonah.” 
An anonymous fax to the New Zealand rugby team in 1995 before they went out to play England

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