Ex-England captain Lawrence Dallaglio is selling his 2003 Rugby World Cup winner’s medal after being declared bankrupt. The 54-year-old has put a number of items from his career up for auction, including medals, trophies and caps. The sale takes place at Budd’s in Northamptonshire on 13 October.
An England star’s World Cup medal is expected to fetch between £50,000 and £80,000, with the entire collection carrying an estimated value of £180,000. Dallaglio was among the standout performers in the team that defeated Australia 23 years ago.
The Bankruptcy
Earlier this month, Dallaglio appeared on The High Performance podcast, where he addressed his circumstances. During that conversation, he said: “As a result of getting divorced, I was made bankrupt. I had some financial problems – I could’ve done things a lot better.”
After his marriage ended and he filed for bankruptcy, he said he turned to therapy to escape the depths of “self-pity”. He also said he could have handled his finances more carefully.
What Is Up For Sale
The auction includes several other significant items from Dallaglio’s career:
- A British and Irish Lions cap
- His 1993 World Cup Sevens winner’s medal
- A 2003 Six Nations Championship winner’s medal
The Auction Details
The sale takes place at Budd’s in Northamptonshire on 13 October. The collection’s estimated total value is £180,000.
A Man Who Won It All
Dallaglio was a dominant force throughout his career. He was one of the stars of the England side that beat Australia in the 2003 final.
A Quiet Reminder
The auction serves as proof that a champion can still suffer from money problems.
The Collection
| Item | Estimated Value |
|---|---|
| 2003 World Cup medal | £50,000 – £80,000 |
| Total collection | £180,000 |
What Happens Next
The auction goes ahead on 13 October.
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