Serge Betsen: France Grim Reaper, Jonny Wilkinson Battle & Biarritz to Wasps | Stick to Rugby EP 42

The latest episode of Stick to Rugby, brought to you by Defender, features French rugby legend Serge Betsen, joining Scott Quinnell, Tom Shanklin, Katy Daley-McLean and Phil Vickery for a hard-hitting conversation. Nicknamed “The Grim Reaper” for his brutal tackling and relentless defence, Serge looks back on his fierce rivalry with England, his personal battles with Jonny Wilkinson, and the World Cup heartbreaks that still haunt him. He shares how rugby changed his life — from growing up in Cameroon, to finding purpose in Paris and Biarritz, and becoming one of France’s most feared flankers. Serge also discusses his dream move to Wasps, his take on France’s current World Cup hopes, and why he believes the team still isn’t ready to win it all. 🚨 Subscribe now and hit the bell so you never miss an episode of Stick to Rugby. 00:00 - Serge Betsen Memories 02:32 - Best & Worst Rugby Roommates 05:27 - Time Travel: Past or Future? 07:02 - Teaser 08:02 - Teammates Quiz 11:52 - Growing Up in Cameroon & Moving to France 15:22 - From Paris to Biarritz 24:40 - Dream Move to Wasps 32:34 - Representing France: 63 Caps & Big Moments 37:05 - Jonny Wilkinson Rivalry & England Battles 42:03 - Sports Science & Psychology 45:44 - France World Cup Chances 54:22 - Lions Tour in France Debate 56:30 - Women’s Rugby World Cup 59:05 - Légion d'Honneur & Charity Work 01:02:46 - This or That with Serge Betsen Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.