Brendan Gallagher: Furious Little Bull
Imagine being a French rugby international between 1971 and 1981, with huge Five Nations clashes and epic games against New Zealand and Australia.
The French selectors were notoriously volatile during this period, and the demands of the French club season took a toll on players' bodies.
A Tribute to Roland Bertranne
Roland Bertranne, who passed away last week at 75, deserves a standing ovation for his remarkable career.
He was as hard as nails
- Huge Five Nations clashes every year
- Epic games against New Zealand and Australia
- Legendary volatility of the French selectors
- Incredible demands of the French club season
Author's summary: Roland Bertranne's rugby career was remarkable.
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