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The All Blacks train in Novemeber 1972 during their tour of Britain
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The All Blacks train in Novemeber 1972 during their tour of Britain
Rugby Union - 1972/3 New Zealand Tour of Great Britain - All Blacks training session, November 1972
New Zealand prop Keith Murdoch about to catch the ball.
Murdoch was later sent home from the tour in disgrace after a drunken altercation after the win over Wales. He absconded from his plane en route, adopted an assumed name and fled to Australia. He has never returned to New Zealand or been seen in public again
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In this print captured by Colorsport's Colin Elsey, we are transported back to November 1972 during the New Zealand Tour of Great Britain. The iconic All Blacks rugby team can be seen diligently training on British soil, showcasing their unparalleled dedication and skill. The focus of the image is New Zealand prop Keith Murdoch, poised to catch the ball with unwavering concentration. Little did anyone know at that moment that Murdoch's fate would take a dramatic turn shortly after this photograph was taken. Tragically, Murdoch's name became synonymous with disgrace as he was sent home from the tour following a regrettable drunken altercation following their victory over Wales. What followed next shocked both his teammates and fans alike - en route back to New Zealand, he absconded from his plane under an assumed name and sought refuge in Australia. Since then, Keith Murdoch has vanished into obscurity. He never returned to his homeland or made any public appearances again. This haunting image serves as a poignant reminder of not only the talent lost but also the personal struggles faced by those who once graced the world stage. Colorsport Images allows us to delve into history through its powerful visual storytelling, capturing moments that transcend time and provoke contemplation about what might have been for one talented athlete whose path took an unexpected turn.
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