Why Christian Lealiifano takes a photo of all Brumbies jerseys

Lealiifano made a comforting comeback during an appearance in a game last year, but this season he had the opportunity to prove himself that he always had the qualities required to play Super Rugby.

In the Brumbies locker room, he takes a photo of the jersey hanging on the locker room because "you never know if it's your last".

"Whenever I put on the jersey, it's special, I take one [photo] every time … it's always special with this group of guys.

"It was really, really satisfying to put off that jersey because it's something I like so much."

Download [19659002] "Have the chance to start over and move on a year, directing a special group of guys, it's something I'll never forget, it was almost like I check the box to say I'm back. I did what I wanted to do when I never thought I could do it … I have long enjoyed playing for this team and this city. I've always known that it was a special place. "

Lealiifano claims that his health and fitness are the best since the shock diagnosis in August 2016.

He will spend the Super Rugby season in Japan playing for Toyota Jido Shokki and make a decision on his future Brumbies before he left Canberra.

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Lealiifano was an anchor for the Brumbies this year, growing up in his role as co-captain with Sam Carter and rediscovering his best

The 30-year-old also plays a key role in Brumbies' plans as he has already lost Kyle Godwin to Ireland and Australian rugby lacks depth in the playmaker roles.

"Christian is such an important part of our group, "said coach Dan McKellar

" He is selfless, he does not care about himself despite the trip he has gone through. I have the impression that the last two months of the season 'Bruz & # 39; was back at its best. It is an integral part of our club. "

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The Brumbies' back line came into play in the back half of the season, taking advantage of an opportunity to play rugby The club's glory years [19659002] The six tries against the Waratahs and their 21 points in the first 20 minutes of the game were the best start of the Brumbies since the grand finale of 2004.

The Waratahs helped them to keep the Dan Vickerman Cup for another season, but it was also the last game of the year after their final hopes were crushed by the Melbourne Rebels.