2003 Rugby World Cup Hero Gets Married Again After Finding Love

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Friday, 24 July 2026 at 17:41
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 podcast, he is a regular television guest and remains firmly in the public eye alongside his wife Zara Tindall, the daughter of Princess Anne.
England rugby legend Jason Leonard has tied the knot for the second time last year, marrying his long-term partner Amanda in an intimate private ceremony.
The couple recently shared a series of stunning images from their May wedding on his Instagram.
Amanda, a respected figure in public relations, has been in a relationship with Leonard for several years.
Leonard, who has three children from his first marriage to Sandra, continues to place a strong emphasis on family life.
Leonard is a retired English rugby union player, widely regarded as one of the greatest forwards in the sport's history. Born on August 14, 1968, he earned 114 caps for England between 1990 and 2004, playing as a prop.
Leonard was a key figure in England’s 2003 Rugby World Cup victory, and his leadership on the field was matched by his durability, featuring in four World Cup campaigns.
Nicknamed “The Fun Bus,” Leonard also played for the British & Irish Lions. After retiring, he became an influential figure in rugby governance and charity work.

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What England's 2003 Rugby World Cup heroes look like now, some are very different

Sir Clive Woodward's England lifted the William Webb Ellis trophy for the first - and so far only - time in 2003, after a Jonny Wilkinson drop goal in extra time.
Take a look at how some of the key players look now:

Phil Vickery

The former England captain retired in 2010 following a succession of neck injuries.
Since leaving the game, Vickery has built the successful Raging Bull clothing brand, worked in television, won Celebrity MasterChef in 2011 and remains a familiar face at rugby events and charitable functions.
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Jonny Wilkinson

Forever remembered for his extra-time drop goal against Australia in the 2003 final, Wilkinson retired in 2014 after a glittering career with Newcastle Falcons, England and Toulon.
He has since become one of rugby's most respected pundits, regularly appearing on ITV's Six Nations and Rugby World Cup coverage, while also speaking and writing about performance, leadership and mental wellbeing.

Will Greenwood

Greenwood moved seamlessly into broadcasting after retiring, becoming one of the sport's leading television analysts.
Away from rugby, he has also worked in business and continues to support the charities Borne and Child Bereavement UK following the heartbreaking loss of his son Freddie shortly after birth.

Mike Tindall

Tindall finished his playing career in 2014 and has become one of rugby's most recognisable media personalities.
Alongside presenting The Good, The Bad & The Rugby
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Ben Kay

After retiring in 2010, Kay moved into broadcasting and has become a respected analyst for TNT Sports and ITV.
He also served as a non-executive director at Leicester Tigers before stepping down in 2021.

Neil Back

Back enjoyed a successful coaching career following retirement, with spells at Leeds Carnegie, Rugby Lions and Edinburgh.
Although no longer coaching professionally, the former openside remains a popular figure on the after-dinner speaking circuit and regularly appears at rugby events.

Lawrence Dallaglio

Dallaglio has established himself as one of rugby's best-known pundits while continuing his extensive charity work.
His Dallaglio RugbyWorks charity supports young people excluded from mainstream education, using rugby to improve employment prospects and life opportunities.

Ben Cohen

Since retiring, Cohen founded the StandUp Foundation, which campaigns against bullying and supports LGBTQ+ inclusion.
He has also appeared on numerous television programmes and continues to raise awareness around accessibility after revealing he has significant hearing loss caused by tinnitus.

Steve Thompson

Thompson's post-rugby life has been defined by his courageous campaign to raise awareness of brain injuries in sport.
Diagnosed with early-onset dementia in 2020, the former hooker has become one of the leading voices calling for greater player welfare and research into chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE).

Jason Robinson

One of England's greatest ever finishers, Robinson has remained involved in rugby through coaching, mentoring and ambassadorial work.
The dual-code legend continues to inspire the next generation and remains one of the most celebrated figures from England's historic World Cup-winning side.
More than 20 years on, England's heroes have swapped packed stadiums for business, broadcasting, charity work and family life—but their place in rugby history remains untouchable.

Quiz! Can you name every player from England's 2003 Rugby World Cup squad?

This quiz tests your knowledge of that heralded group of 22 players who took on and beat the Wallabies in their own backyard on November 22, 2003.
Some of these are significantly easier than others.
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