Flankers are number 6 (blind side) and number 7 (open side) on the pitch. Their key role is to clean out the rucks. They are primarily defensive players that work on shutting down the oppositions number 8, scrum half and fly-half.
Source: BBC Sport
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Name: Becky Nickname: James and the rest! Position: Flanker Favourite Rugby Player: Can't decide! Favourite Rugby Experience: The thrill you get when you take your 1st tackle in the match! Time taken to down a pint: I am really fast (however others claim different) Why do I play rugby?: I was told I would get broken!!! |
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Name: Ros Nickname: Ros, Rozzel, Rozzeleane as it says on my tour shirt-grr Position: Flanker/Second Row Favourite Rugby Player: Shane Williams Favourite Rugby Experience: I dont really remember many to be honest... Time taken to down a pint: A long, long time (though am faster than James so it's all good! Why do I play rugby?: Because I wasn't allowed to at school (apparently girls aren't built for rugby). AND it's far more exciting than football!!!! |
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Name: Sabrina Nickname: Piglet Position: Flanker (or whatever is left usually) Favourite Rugby Player: Chabal! Favourite Rugby Experience: Scoring a gifted try within a minute from kick off. Time taken to down a pint: FOREVER! Why do I play rugby?: Because it's the best! |