James Slipper, the battle-hardened prop of the Wallabies, is set to hang up his boots after a monumental clash with the All Blacks in Perth's Optus Stadium this Saturday. Marking the end of a distinguished era, Slipper, at 36, will draw the curtain on a storied international rugby career that began in the same city back in 2010.
With 150 Test caps to his name, Slipper joins the elite ranks of rugby's most seasoned veterans like Alun Wyn Jones and Sam Whitelock. His debut over a decade ago set the stage for a robust career that saw him donning the Wallabies jersey against England at Subiaco Oval, and he hasn't looked back since. A versatile force on the field, Slipper has proven his mettle in both the loosehead and tighthead positions, becoming a cornerstone of Australian rugby.
This year, Slipper etched his name in the annals of history by playing in his second British & Irish Lions series, a feat matched by only four other Wallabies legends. His tenure also includes leading the national team as its 83rd captain and achieving the milestone of 100 Test appearances in a memorable victory against the All Blacks in 2020.
"Representing the Wallabies has been the single proudest achievement of my rugby career and a privilege I have never taken for granted,"
Slipper remarked, reflecting on his illustrious journey. He also shared his anticipation for the next generation of props, emphasizing the bright future ahead for Australian rugby.
Rugby Australia's CEO, Phil Waugh, lauded Slipper's unwavering commitment and resilience.
"James has been a remarkable servant of Australian Rugby and will go down in history as one of the most durable, dependable and respected players to ever pull on a Test jersey anywhere in the world,"
Waugh praised.
Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt added to the accolades, highlighting Slipper's popularity and team spirit. "First and foremost Slips is a great person. He's incredibly popular in the group and is the ultimate team man," Schmidt said, underscoring the profound impact Slipper has had both on and off the field.
As Slipper prepares for his final bow in the upcoming Bledisloe Cup Test, the rugby world watches on, ready to bid farewell to one of its finest.
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James Slipper, the battle-hardened prop of the Wallabies, is set to hang up his boots after a monumental clash with the All Blacks in Perth's Optus Stadium this Saturday. Marking the end of a distinguished era, Slipper, at 36, will draw the curtain on a storied international rugby career that began in the same city back in 2010.
With 150 Test caps to his name, Slipper joins the elite ranks of rugby's most seasoned veterans like Alun Wyn Jones and Sam Whitelock. His debut over a decade ago set the stage for a robust career that saw him donning the Wallabies jersey against England at Subiaco Oval, and he hasn't looked back since. A versatile force on the field, Slipper has proven his mettle in both the loosehead and tighthead positions, becoming a cornerstone of Australian rugby.
This year, Slipper etched his name in the annals of history by playing in his second British & Irish Lions series, a feat matched by only four other Wallabies legends. His tenure also includes leading the national team as its 83rd captain and achieving the milestone of 100 Test appearances in a memorable victory against the All Blacks in 2020.
"Representing the Wallabies has been the single proudest achievement of my rugby career and a privilege I have never taken for granted,"
Slipper remarked, reflecting on his illustrious journey. He also shared his anticipation for the next generation of props, emphasizing the bright future ahead for Australian rugby.Rugby Australia's CEO, Phil Waugh, lauded Slipper's unwavering commitment and resilience.
"James has been a remarkable servant of Australian Rugby and will go down in history as one of the most durable, dependable and respected players to ever pull on a Test jersey anywhere in the world,"
Waugh praised.Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt added to the accolades, highlighting Slipper's popularity and team spirit. "First and foremost Slips is a great person. He's incredibly popular in the group and is the ultimate team man," Schmidt said, underscoring the profound impact Slipper has had both on and off the field.
As Slipper prepares for his final bow in the upcoming Bledisloe Cup Test, the rugby world watches on, ready to bid farewell to one of its finest.