‘Always had that fire’: All Blacks forgotten man finally gets his chance
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Five months ago, Christian Lio-Willie seemed at risk of becoming a player who fades into obscurity after an initial period of success. He had previously performed well on a big stage but then struggled for visibility. He is now finally receiving another opportunity to play.
Five months ago Christian Lio-Willie appeared in danger of slipping into the dreaded category reserved for players who once lit-up the big stage before fizzling out and fading into relative obscurity.