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Martin Johnson on nearly turning down the 2001 Lions captaincy

In 2001, Martin Johnson made history when he became the first man to captain the British and Irish Lions twice.

It was a huge honour, but one he considered turning down.

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Rugby Union WeeklyWarburton’s Lions Legends: Martin Johnson

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