KEVIN MCCALLUM: A sad goodbye to Eddie Butler, the spirit and voice of rugby
22 September 2022 - 16:16
At some time during every Rugby World Cup, a match between the media of the southern and northern hemispheres is organised by the powers that be. It is a welcome break from the rhythm of touring, a chance to meet up with old mates from around the world and drink some beer.
At the 2003 Rugby World Cup, Mike Greenaway of the Natal Mercury and I represented the Independent group. Gringo had played some decent club rugby. I had once played for my school’s third team by mistake...
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