Statement: BBC rugby pundit charged with sexual assault
Yesterday at 03:47 PM
Danika Priim, the BBC and Sky Sports rugby league pundit, has been charged with sexual assault.
The 40-year-old, who previously represented England and played for Bradford Bulls and Leeds Rhinos, is accused of sexually touching a woman at Horsforth Cricket Club, Leeds, on 22 July 2022.
Priim appeared before magistrates last week and is set to appear at Leeds Crown Court on March 13. No pleas have been entered at this stage.
The former England international retired in 2021, later taking on the role of vice-president at the Rugby Football League (RFL) earlier this year.
The RFL have declined to comment on whether Priim has been suspended from her post.
As a freelance pundit, Priim has worked with both BBC and Sky Sports, including coverage of the 2022 Rugby League World Cup.
Both organisations declined to comment.
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Brian O'Driscoll didn't even blink when asked who his toughest opponent was
Born in Dublin on January 21, 1979, O'Driscoll amassed 141 Test caps for Ireland and the Lions, captaining his country a record 83 times. His dazzling footwork, intelligent running lines, and incredible ability to read the game made him a nightmare for opposition defences. Over his career, he won multiple Six Nations titles, including a Grand Slam in 2009, and left an indelible mark on the sport.
Throughout his time at the top, O'Driscoll faced some of the best players to ever step on a rugby pitch. In interviews spanning several years, including a Q&A with the Six Nations website, he revealed the five opponents who pushed him to the limit.
5. Ma'a Nonu (New Zealand)
Few players in rugby history have evolved as dramatically as Ma'a Nonu. Initially known more for his signature braids and heavy-handed running style, the All Blacks centre developed into a complete midfielder, adding a sharp passing and kicking game to his powerful ball-carrying. His transformation was instrumental in New Zealand's dominance, culminating in back-to-back World Cup triumphs in 2011 and 2015.
Nonu finished his Test career with 103 caps, forming an iconic partnership with Conrad Smith that was the bedrock of the All Blacks' midfield for nearly a decade.
Brian O’Driscoll SAID: “Same height as me [5-foot-11] and still 16-stone. Probably the most complete centre in the modern game.”
4. Conrad Smith (New Zealand)
Nicknamed 'The Snake' for his uncanny ability to glide through defensive gaps with minimal effort, Conrad Smith was the brains of the All Blacks midfield for over a decade. His intelligence, composure, and defensive awareness made him an indispensable part of New Zealand's success.
Winning two Rugby World Cups (2011, 2015) and earning 94 Test caps, Smith was the ultimate team player. While his attacking flair often flew under the radar, his sharp decision-making and ability to link play made him one of the best centres of his generation.
Brian O’Driscoll SAID: "I thought Conrad Smith was always one of the really difficult ones. He was nicknamed 'Snake' I think because of his hips and it doesn't look like he's going that fast but jeez, he can travel."
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