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Matthew J Watkins
Posted: Sat Mar 07, 2020 12:58 pm
by WaspInWales
Sadly passed away at the age of 41. Far too young.
Very talented player.
RIPMJ
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/rugby-union/51782373
Re: Matthew J Watkins
Posted: Sat Mar 07, 2020 1:55 pm
by Sandydragon
Just read this on the Beeb.
I remember reading that he had cancer diagnosed several years ago and his battle with that illness has been courageous.
RIP to an ex Black and Amber and Welsh international, and thoughts are with his family who have lost a son, husband and father way too early.
Re: Matthew J Watkins
Posted: Sat Mar 07, 2020 2:09 pm
by paddy no 11
RIP Matthew
Re: Matthew J Watkins
Posted: Sun Mar 08, 2020 4:06 pm
by Mikey Brown
Damn. Just saw this on the half time segment.
Poor guy. Always liked him for you guys. 41 is no age.
Re: Matthew J Watkins
Posted: Sun Mar 08, 2020 4:13 pm
by Buggaluggs
He had a great acceleration and top speed, but lost out to Hensen/Shanklin. I always rated him and he also seemed to be a smashing bloke.
Not that his ability to play a game affects the tragedy of this.