Identifying physical and mental traits early

Sam Warburton joins Big Jim for a candid conversation about the state of rugby today. They discuss the brutal demands of training, the fundamentals young players must master, and Sam’s reflections on the Lions Tour and player safety. The chat also dives into bigger issues like identifying talent early, the gap between grassroots and professional rugby, and the politics surrounding Welsh rugby, and what needs to change to repair it. From Six Nations relegation to Northern vs. Southern Hemisphere rivalries, this episode delivers honest insight into where the game is heading.

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