Ultimate Rugby Superstars

Discover the incredible true stories of 50 of the greatest heroes in rugby union

The perfect introduction to the sport for young fans aged 7-11 and for the whole family to enjoy, written by international rugby star Maggie Alphonsi and million-copy-bestselling author Matt Oldfield.

Shortlisted for the Charles Tyrwhitt Sports Book Awards 2026

From rugby's sporting legends to upcoming young superstars, find out about the most exciting and inspiring tales of success, failure, injury and bravery. With 50 biographies of superstars from all over the world, and covering the Six Nations and World Cup, discover the incredible true stories of:

Siya Kolisi

Jonny Wilkinson

Ellie Kildunne

Antoine Dupont

Emily Scarratt

Brian O'Driscoll

And many more! Learn the ins and outs of the game, with fascinating facts, player profiles and top tips to improve your own performance.

Celebrate the new rugby season with this ideal book for readers who love facts, sport and true stories, with short chapters packed with stats and trivia.