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Sir William Blackledge Beaumont GBE DL (born 9 March 1952) is a former rugby union player, and was captain of the England rugby union team, earning 34 caps. His greatest moment as captain was the unexpected 1980 Grand Slam win.
Feb 13, 2009 · Bill Beaumont, 56, learned to play rugby at Ellesmere College in Shropshire. He joined the Fylde Rugby Club, as did his father and grandfather, and got his first international cap at 22,...
World Rugby Chairman Bill Beaumont reflects on the transformational decision to end amateurism in 1995 and the sport's phenomenal growth and development since then. He also highlights the challenges and opportunities for rugby's future, especially in the area of player welfare.
May 2, 2020 · The former England captain beat his vice-chairman Agustin Pichot in a close vote to stay at the helm of the global governing body for another four years. Beaumont faces the challenge of leading rugby through the Covid-19 pandemic and ensuring player welfare and financial sustainability.
Jan 4, 2024 · Sir Bill Beaumont, former England captain and current World Rugby leader, receives the Knight Grand Cross of the Order of the British Empire for his services to rugby. The award recognizes his achievements in growing and transforming the sport globally, especially in emerging nations and women's rugby.
World Rugby chairman Bill Beaumont talks about what drives his love of the sport and how much he enjoys seeing the values of the game upheld at the grassroots level of the game.
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May 22, 2020 · Learn about the legendary rugby player and administrator who led England in 21 Tests, including his debut against France and his final match against Scotland. Read his memories of his captaincy, his opponents and his honour of being knighted.
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