Handre Pollard is expected to leave Leicester Tigers, they have international replacement in place.
10/09/2024 04:05 AM
Springbok fly-half Handré Pollard is reportedly considering a return to Japan's Rugby League One once his current contract with Leicester Tigers comes to an end.
The two-time Rugby World Cup winner joined Leicester in 2022 and has since made 33 appearances for the Premiership club.
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Pollard's Future Uncertain
With his contract set to expire at the end of the season, speculation around Pollard's future is growing. According to RugbyPass, Leicester Tigers are already looking for possible replacements for the South African star.
Pollard, who is believed to be earning around £600,000 annually, may seek a move back to Japan, where he played briefly in 2016. A return to Rugby League One appears to be a strong possibility.
Leicester Consider Bringing Back Costelow
In light of Pollard’s potential exit, Leicester are reportedly considering re-signing Sam Costelow, the current Scarlets fly-half. Costelow came through Leicester’s academy, making five first-team appearances before returning to Wales to play for the Scarlets.
The 23-year-old has since earned 15 caps for Wales. However, under Gatland's law, which requires players to have 25 caps to be eligible for national selection while playing abroad, Costelow would need to win 10 more caps before a potential return to Leicester in order to continue representing Wales.
The Three Richest Couples in World Rugby
Rugby has produced some of the most iconic athletes in the sporting world, but for a select few, success on the pitch has also led to immense wealth off it.
From high-profile marriages to lucrative endorsements and television appearances, these rugby stars have built financial empires.
Here's a look at three couples who have combined their sporting legacies with fame and fortune, amassing millions along the way.
Mike and Zara Tindall – £20m
Mike Tindall is known not just for his rugby prowess but for his royal connections. As the husband of Zara Phillips, the granddaughter of Queen Elizabeth II, Tindall has become a prominent figure in British media.
Nicknamed "The Fridge" due to his imposing physique, Tindall was a stalwart on the rugby field, famously breaking his nose at least eight times over the course of his career. Since retiring from the sport, he's made a name for himself in the entertainment world, appearing on popular reality shows such as I'm a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here, Bear Grylls: Mission Survive, The Jump, Shark Cage, Celebrity Poker Club, and All-Star Poker Challenge.
Despite his success in sports and entertainment, Tindall's wealth has been largely bolstered by his royal ties, with his net worth estimated at £20 million, according to British media.
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