Blind-side's definitions

Flanker

In rugby: the name given to players numbered 6-7. These individuals are well known to be gentlemen off the pitch, but as soon as they step onto the pitch they become animals, tackling anyone who comes near them, and often starting fights.

'look at that tackle' 'he must be the flanker'
'any idea who started the fight?' 'probably the flanker'

by Blind-side April 23, 2018