Shanklin defends under-fire Thomas

Tom Shanklin has launched a staunch defence of under-fire Wales centre partner and World Cup skipper Gareth Thomas.

Shanklin defends under-fire Thomas
Fri, 31 Aug, 2007 - 17:01

Tom Shanklin has launched a staunch defence of under-fire Wales centre partner and World Cup skipper Gareth Thomas.

Thomas has been criticised for his attempts to launch attacking moves during the warm-up games against England, Argentina and France.

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