James Haskell | A career in colour

James Haskell reflects on his illustrious career for club and country, discussing his varying experience of rugby playing environments from Wasps to the Lions.

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[PCayMan]

As an Ireland supporter I think James Haskell is definitely a B&I Lion. He is definitely his harshest critic but injuries aside he was picked on merit, if he wasn't good enough he wouldn't have been brought into camp. Phenomenal player definitely left his mark.

[nigelclats]

You are a lion.
To be part of the team is a sign of greatness.
Wear that badge with pride.
From a JCB driving Welshman in NZ.
Thanks for the service and entertainment you have provided to Rugby.

[nigellee]

I met him at the World Rugby Sevens at Twickenham last month. What a charming and approachable gent. Good luck in the next stage of your career James. Wishing you every success. Once a Wasp, always a Wasp 🐝🐝🐝

[flightofthefatman]

I'm a Kiwi and watched all those matches - he's a 🦁!

[frankwotherspoon]

Best wishes James. You wore your heart on your sleeve on and off the pitch. A true competitor and leader by your actions. I hope your media career takes off and remember mate just be yourself.

[exmoorfarmer]

Saw James and Chloe at a promotional event for Land Rover. He was amazingly good with an endless horde of kids and very very patient and generous with his time. Also a great servant of rugby.

[samifrancis]

Legend of a fella!! He is very well liked in Ireland

[MichaeldeSousaCruz]

Good stuff! Well played Hask, always entertaining, much appreciated!

[vonteflon]

Has a reputation for being cocky and arrogant but always comes across so humble in interviews.

[amymarshall]

i think i would actually die if i met james he’s a real inspiration