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“Scary guy” – Chris Robshaw ranks his five toughest opponents

#2. Schalk Burger (South Africa)

  • Position: Flanker
  • Honours: South Africa, 86 caps

One of the most physical flankers in the game, he was dubbed a “threshing machine” by former Springboks coach Nick Mallett. Came back from injury and life-threatening illness to enjoy an immense international swansong at the 2015 World Cup. 

Robshaw said:He’s a player I was lucky enough to play against when he was at Sarries. As a young lad I actually grew my hair to look like him.”

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