Jamie Roberts

Welsh former rugby union player Jamie Roberts earned notoriety as a resolute leader in defence and as one of the most physical centres of his generation. One of the highest profile rugby players in the world throughout his remarkable playing career, he helped shape his sport whilst winning 97 international caps for Wales, a Six Nations title and two Grand Slams. Roberts also played in two World Cups and was named player of the series for the 2009 British and Irish Lions tour to South Africa. The Welsh legend has enjoyed many highlights both on and off the pitch, and qualified as a doctor whilst playing his sport professionally. Awarded bronze in the BBC Wales Sports Personality of the Year Awards, he has racked up a wealth of media experience as a pundit for the BBC, Sky Sports and BT Sport.

Growing up in Wales, rugby union was the only sport Roberts wanted to play, and he soon rose through the ranks at Cardiff as a teenager before making his debut in 2007 in a victory against Ospreys. His outstanding form for Cardiff soon garnered the attention, and the following year he earned his call up to the Wales Six Nations squad. His international career continued to progress and he played an integral part in the 2011 Rugby World Cup squad who helped Wales reach their first World Cup semi-final for over two decades.