I was obviously interested in the open letter that was sent to the World Rugby chairman, Sir Bill Beaumont, signed by Sir Ian McGeechan, Willie John McBride, Sir Gareth Edwards, Barry John and John Taylor, as well as the consultant surgeon Professor John Fairclough. A quote of mine that a player could die on television was referenced in it, but I must say that I made that comment in my autobiography, which was written a couple of years ago. SponsoredI was not approached concerning the letter and I have never been contacted about anything to do with player welfare. I find that a shame because I would love to be part of those discussions. But I have changed my

Source: The Times August 17, 2021 15:56 UTC