Such a poignant glimpse of England’s lost talent

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Brendan Gallagher delves into some of rugby’s most enduring images, their story and why they are still so impactful

Iconic Rugby Pictures: PART 94
Mathew Tait hunts down Tom Rees October 15, 2006

What’s happening here?
Its October 15, 2006 and a sunny autumnal afternoon and two of England’s brightest young sparks are going head to head at Adams Park where Wasps are entertaining Newcastle Falcons in their Premiership encounter.
What is the story behind the picture?
Two young tyros making their way. Mathew Tait in this picture is still only 20 and the memories of his tough Test debut...

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