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    The Little Book of Rugby Facts
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    The Little Book of Rugby Facts

    By Eddie Ryan

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    About this ebook

    In 'The Little Book of Rugby Facts' Eddie Ryan has gathered together a treasure trove of knowledge about a nation's passion. The book charts the history of Irish and world rugby, blending amazing stories and unique facts, records and outstanding achievements including;

    What was the first match played in Thomond Park?

    Which British and Irish Lion holds the all-time appearance record?

    Who is the oldest player to have appeared in a rugby World Cup?

    Which Irish player also won Wimbledon?

    Who is the Six Nation’s top scorer?

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherMercier Press
    Release dateSep 4, 2015
    ISBN9781781173282
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    The Little Book of Rugby Facts
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    Eddie Ryan

    Eddie Ryan is the sports writer for 'Ireland's Own' and is very active online in all the major GAA forums. He lives in Templemore, Co. Tipperary.

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