Behind the glitz and glamour of the Six Nations, many world-class referees have had to work around the clock to fulfill their rugby dream.
#1. Ben O’Keeffe
- Age: 33
- Nationality: New Zealand
- Occupation: Eye Doctor
- Six Nations games: Scotland v England
One of New Zealand’s six full-time referees, O’Keeffe is also a qualified doctor specialising in ophthalmology, which deals with eye health and disease.