Leicester flanker Tommy Reffell

Tyro Tiger Reffell set for Test baptism

By PETER JACKSON

WALES are all set to pick Tommy Reffell this week in readiness for the ultimate baptism of fire in South Africa this summer.
The uncapped Leicester flanker is due to be named on Tuesday in the squad for the three-Test series against the world-beating Springboks in July – due recognition for his outstanding work in keeping the Tigers astride the Premiership all season.
For the 23-year-old from Bridgend whose skill at the break-down has been compared to that of former Lions captain Sam Warburton, the most demanding of tours puts him in line for what has been until recen...

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