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He's not pretty but I've always admired Lawrence Dallagio's masculinity and power. The descriptions bull neck and arms like hams have never been so apt. But there is another side.

Rugby players have always been happy to expose themselves and now they can do it in a good cause or for money. The power is still there but is that sensitivity in the face? Bring it on!

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A contribution from New Zealand, another strapping man, big chest, bulging arms and another sexy thick neck. Shorts seem to have lost the plot in the brave new world but black socks worn just below the knee show off the legs in marvellous fashion.

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Gareth Thomas came out as a gay man in 2009 after a long career in Rugby Union.
The tight fitting Welsh shirt shows a fine body to suit a craggy face.

Gareth was quite a looker in younger days

An interesting encounter with Chris Horsman on the field

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The new image of rugby emphasises the power in the upper body, with snug fitting shirts and snazzy designs that flatter the physique. The imperious gaze and stormy clouds are a bit OTT but there's no doubting the weight of this chap!

It seems extraordinary that soccer - the popular game - has never tried to promote itself this way. Not that I'm complaining. Love that neck!

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John Eales, captain of Australia during the nineties, poses during training, demonstrating the body enhancing qualities of rubgy shorts. Amazingly this man was 18 stones in weight, according to my references. It is certainly placed in all the right places.

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I'm not sure if this is a genuine rugby player but he captures the image well. Chunky, masculine and self assured.

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Ain't nothing like the real thing baby! (see previous post)
Boad of beam, chunky legs, animal strength and just a hint of togetherness. The scrum is one of rugby's unique glories.