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Photographic Print : Philippe Sella puts in a big tackle on Danie Gerber in 1986
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Philippe Sella puts in a big tackle on Danie Gerber in 1986
Rugby Union - International Rugby Football Board (IRFB) Centenary (19/04/1986) - Overseas Unions XV 32 Five Nations XV 13
Five Nations centre Philippe Sella tackles Danie Gerber (13) of the Overseas Unions, with Steve Tuynman, left, and John Jeffrey, right, at Twickenham.
The Overseas Unions team consisted of players from Australia, New Zealand and South Africa.
It was the second celebrationary games, the first played three days earlier at Cardiff between the Rest of the World and the British Lions
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Media ID 5796235
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11"x8.5" Photo Print
Relive the thrilling moments of international rugby history with our exclusive Media Storehouse Photographic Print of Philippe Sella's legendary tackle on Danie Gerber during the IRFB Centenary match in 1986. Captured by renowned sports photographer Colin Elsey of Colorsport Images, this stunning black-and-white print showcases the intensity and passion of the game. Add a piece of rugby heritage to your home or office décor and relive the triumphs and battles of the Five Nations XV and Overseas Unions XV. Order now and bring the action right into your living space!
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 27.9cm x 18.5cm (11" x 7.3")
Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 21.6cm (11" x 8.5")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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In this photo print, rugby legend Philippe Sella showcases his immense skill and strength as he executes a thunderous tackle on Danie Gerber during the International Rugby Football Board (IRFB) Centenary match in 1986. The intensity of the moment is palpable as Sella, representing the Five Nations XV, collides with Gerber from the Overseas Unions team. Flanked by Steve Tuynman on his left and John Jeffrey on his right, Sella's determination to halt Gerber's progress is evident. With unwavering focus etched across their faces, these formidable players form an impenetrable wall against their opponent's advances. This historic clash at Twickenham Stadium brought together some of the finest talents from Australia, New Zealand, and South Africa under one banner - the Overseas Unions. As part of the second celebratory game marking IRFB's centenary milestone, this encounter followed a thrilling showdown between Rest of World and British Lions just days earlier in Cardiff. Captured by renowned sports photographer Colin Elsey for Colorsport Images, this iconic image immortalizes a defining moment in rugby history. It serves as a testament to both Sella's defensive prowess and the sheer physicality that makes rugby union such an exhilarating sport to witness.
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