“England so embarrassed themselves” – Telegraph ranks England’s four ‘worst’ rugby captains

#3. Lewis Moody

Win percentage: 54.54%

They wrote: “Had some gimmes in his six victories from 11, though, in the likes of Georgia and Romania at the 2011 RWC, where England so embarrassed themselves.”

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Lewis Moody facts:

1. Moody is known for the enthusiasm with which he played the game, his willingness to chase down opponents and his ability to compete for possession at restarts, which earned him the nickname “Mad Dog” from teammates and supporters
2. He played for Leicester Tigers and Bath Rugby and was part of the 2003 World Cup winning side
3. The Lewis Moody Foundation, inspired by young rugby fan Joss Rowley Stark, raises funds to promote awareness of brain tumours in children
4. He enjoys extreme sports—although he suffers from vertigo—and his current hobbies include wakeboarding, travelling and golf
5. Moody announced his retirement from rugby on 6 March 2012 with immediate effect due to injuries

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