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Can M. Poirot solve the prop riddle the way John Lloyd did?

His name is synonymous with a revered American president and a famous Belgian detective and in Nice last night Jefferson Poirot struck a blow for the humble prop.
In recognising the leadership of the Bordeaux loosehead by making him captain of Les Bleus, France chose to swim against the tide, thereby evoking memories of a Welshman who holds a unique record, so unique that it will come as news to the Red Dragon Brotherhood.
John Lloyd is the only prop to have captained his country throughout an entire post-war season without losing. In 1971-72 he led Wales to victory in all four matches and ...

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