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IRB Rugby Hall of Fame – Mike Gibson

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Mike Gibson
 
Mike Gibson
 
The fourth most capped Lion with 12 Tests, Mike Gibson was the most capped player in world rugby at the time of retirement.
 
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IRB Rugby Hall of Fame – WP Carpmael and Barbarian FC

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Percy Carpmael
 
Founded by the visionary William Percy Carpmael, the Barbarian Football Club is unique in Rugby terms.
 
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IRB Rugby Hall of Fame – Dave Gallaher

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Dave Gallaher
 
Dave Gallaher captained the first official New Zealand tour of the British Isles, France and USA, the so called ‘Originals’.
 
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IRB Rugby Hall of Fame – Frank Hancock and Cardiff RFC

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Frank Hancock
 
Under the captaincy of Frank Hancock, Cardiff RFC pioneered the revolutionary four-back system adopted by Wales in the 1885 season.
 
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IRB Rugby Hall of Fame – Harry Vassall and Alan Rotherham

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Harry Vassall and Alan Rotherham
 
Harry Vassal
 
Alan Rotherham and Harry Vassall are credited with pioneering the passing game and three-man backline, which became widespread in the 1880s.
 
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IRB Rugby Hall of Fame – Serge Blanco

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Serge Blanco
 
Venezuelan-born Serge Blanco is a name synonomous with French rugby, the full back amassing a then record 93 Tests over 11 years.
 
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IRB Rugby Hall of Fame – Lucien Mias

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Lucien Mias
 
A great innovator and thinker, French legend Lucian Mias was known as Docteur Pack and described as the captain of captains.
 
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IRB Rugby Hall of Fame – Andre and Guy Boniface

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Andre and Guy Boniface
 
Described as the first superstars of the French game, brothers Andre and Guy Boniface made 83 Test appearances between them.
 
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IRB Rugby Hall of Fame – Jean Prat

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Jean Prat
 
Known as Monsieur Rugby, legendary French star Jean Prat was the first player in international rugby to reach 50 caps.
 
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IRB Rugby Hall of Fame – Ian McGeechan

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Ian McGeechan
 
His name is synonymous with the Lions, Ian McGeechan having gone on seven tours, experiencing series wins over South Africa as a player and coach.
 
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