Mama: Zimbabwe not an option yet

By NEALE HARVEY

Leadership role: Worcester’s Marco Mama
PICTURE: Getty Images

Marco Mama has shone a light on the dilemma facing many overseas-born players by revealing why he had to put cash before country by spurning the chance of representing Zimbabwe in World Cup qualifying this summer.
Mama, a proud Zimbabwean who left the strife-torn country at 16 but whose parents remained, was invited to nail his Test colours to their mast. However, the 27- year-old says losing his England-qualified status would be akin to professional suicide.
Mama told The Rugby Paper: “I still feel...

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