#4. Steffon Armitage
Steffon Armitage was another player who struggled to establish himself in the England set-up, despite being a dominant force in the Premiership for many years.
He made his debut for London Irish in 2006 and quickly became known as one of the most physical and aggressive back-row players in the league.
Despite his performances at club level, Armitage won just five caps for England, with his decision to move to France and play for Toulon in 2011 effectively ending his international career.
It was a shame for a player who had all the attributes to succeed at the highest level.
#3. Alex King
King was the key playmaker of the formidable Wasps team in the early 2000s. His outstanding contributions were integral to the team’s success, which included an impressive hat-trick of Premiership titles and two Heineken Cups. King’s exceptional ability to orchestrate the back line was crucial in many of these victories.
After his playing career, King transitioned into coaching and continued to demonstrate his expertise from the sidelines.
He has held coaching positions with several high-profile teams, including Clermont, Northampton, Montpellier, and Wales. Most recently, he has taken on a coaching role with Gloucester, where his skills and experience are sure to be of great benefit to the team.
