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All Black captain Ian Kirkpatrick is chaired off the field by Barbarians players in 1973
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All Black captain Ian Kirkpatrick is chaired off the field by Barbarians players in 1973
Rugby Union - 1972 / 1973 New Zealand Tour of Great Britain & France - Barbarians 23 New Zealand 11
All Black captain Ian Kirkpatrick is carried off the field by JPR Williams, left, and Sandy Carmichael at Cardiff Arms Park.
The Barbarians defeated the All Blacks for the first time, and the match is rated as one of the greatest ever played.
27/01/1973
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In this iconic print captured by Colorsport Images, we witness a historic moment in rugby history. It depicts the indomitable All Black captain Ian Kirkpatrick being triumphantly chaired off the field by two Barbarians players, JPR Williams and Sandy Carmichael, at Cardiff Arms Park. The year was 1973 during the New Zealand Tour of Great Britain & France, and tensions were high as the formidable All Blacks faced off against the Barbarians. The match itself would go down in history as one of the greatest ever played, with an unexpected outcome that shook rugby enthusiasts worldwide. For the first time ever, the mighty All Blacks suffered defeat at the hands of their opponents - a feat accomplished by none other than these very Barbarians players who now carry Kirkpatrick aloft. This victory marked a turning point in rugby union and solidified its place as one of sport's most unpredictable and thrilling spectacles. As we gaze upon this powerful image frozen in time, we are reminded not only of Kirkpatrick's exceptional leadership but also of the sheer determination and skill displayed by both teams on that fateful day. This photograph serves as a testament to their unwavering spirit and enduring legacy within Rugby Union history.
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