Sam Warburton names his revised pack to dominate the Springboks - Ruck

Sam Warburton names his revised pack to dominate the Springboks

Sam Warburton, writing in The Times, has been forced to revise his predicted Lions pack after FOUR of his starters failed to make the squad

“I must admit that I did show my surprise to the television in front of me on at least one occasion,” Warburton said.

“I think it must have been a close call between Conan and Josh Navidi (who can play anywhere across the back row including number eight), and Conan’s greater game-time of late must have held sway because I know how much Gatland rates Navidi.

“Sam Underhill must be another affected because of his lack of game-time. I’m pretty sure that if they had been fully fit throughout this year, and especially the Six Nations, Gatland would have loved to have them in his squad.”

DID YOU KNOW? Sam Warburton had a trial with local club Cardiff City at the age of 14 but chose to concentrate on rugby instead

FRONT-ROW:

  • 1. Mako Vunipola (England)
  • 2. Jamie George (England)
  • 3. Tadhg Furlong (Ireland)

DID YOU KNOW? Sam Warburton is a supporter of Tottenham Hotspur Football Club

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