Lewis Moody
New ZealandathleteMaleb. 19766.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Lewis Moody is a retired English rugby union player, renowned for his aggressive and fearless playing style, which earned him the nickname 'Mad Dog'. He captained the England national team and played a pivotal role in their 2003 Rugby World Cup victory over Australia. With 71 caps for England and a notable tour with the British and Irish Lions, Moody is celebrated for his contributions to rugby. Recently, he revealed his diagnosis of motor neurone disease, highlighting the challenges faced by elite athletes concerning long-term health issues.
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Several high-profile rugby players – including former England captain Lewis Moody – have been diagnosed with motor neurone disease.
Royd Tolkien ticks off late brother’s Middle-Earth bucket list in long-awaited documentaryNew Zealand· 2026-06-22
Lewis Moody, a former England rugby player, discusses the risks associated with playing rugby and his experience with motor neurone disease.
Lewis Moody: 'I knew the risks in rugby and I'd do it again'
United Kingdom· 2026-03-02
The recent news that Moody has been diagnosed with motor neuron disease (MND) is utterly devastating for him and for his family.
Modern lineout rules are a nonsense – here’s why they need to change – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-10-13
Lewis Moody is a former rugby player who has been diagnosed with MND and is receiving support from the rugby community.
Lewis Moody: Will Greenwood leads support for 'wonderful human being'United Kingdom· 2025-10-07
Lewis Moody is a former England captain who has been diagnosed with motor neuron disease.
Support for Lewis Moody from Irish rugby figures following motor neuron disease diagnosis – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-07
Lewis Moody reveals his motor neurone disease diagnosis and his commitment to supporting others through his foundation.
Rugby World Cup winner and England great Lewis Moody reveals motor neurone disease diagnosisNew Zealand· 2025-10-06
Lewis Moody, the former England rugby captain and 2003 World Cup winner, has been diagnosed with motor neuron disease (MND).
Former England rugby captain Lewis Moody reveals motor neuron disease diagnosis – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-06
Lewis Moody, a former England captain, reveals his motor neurone disease diagnosis.
Lewis Moody: Former England captain reveals motor neurone disease diagnosisUnited Kingdom· 2025-10-06
