Thomas Waldrom

Rugby player with England and New Zealand

Thomas Waldrom - Rugby player with England and New Zealand
Born

April 28th, 1983
42 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

New Zealand

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Born in 1983, this rugby player represented both New Zealand and England at the international level. Initially, he played for Canterbury in New Zealand's domestic competitions and later joined the Crusaders. After relocating to England, he contributed significantly to the Leicester Tigers, helping the team secure multiple titles. His versatility as a forward allowed him to excel in various positions, garnering attention for his gameplay and strategic understanding of rugby.

Represented England in the Rugby World Cup

Played for Leicester Tigers in the Premiership

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