Jonathan Joseph rewarded for Wales torment with Lions berth

Jonathan Joseph was included in the Lions squad for New Zealand after Warren Gatland decided a player who has caused Wales so much torment on his watch could not be overlooked.

Jonathan  Joseph rewarded for Wales torment with Lions berth

Joseph was thought to have missed out due to Gatland’s preference for the muscular gainline threat in midfield that has earned Ben Te’o, Robbie Henshaw, and Jonathan Davies selection for the 10-fixture tour that culminates in three Tests against the All Blacks.

But by opting for an expanded 41-man squad, Gatland was able to make room for England’s rapid outside centre with dazzling footwork.

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