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Nigel Starmer-Smith is a renowned British sports commentator and former rugby union player, best known for his extensive contributions to rugby broadcasting and his career as a player.

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RUGBY UNION England v France, Six Nations, Twickenham, London. April 7, 2001. Nigel Starmer-Smith.

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A framed print of Nigel Starmer-Smith's original commentary notes from England v France, Six Nations at Twickenham, London on April 7, 2001. Availa...

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RUGBY UNION Ireland v France, Six Nations, Lansdowne Road, Dublin. February 17, 2001. Nigel Starmer-Smith .

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A framed print of Nigel Starmer-Smith's original commentary notes from the match between Ireland and France at Landsdowne on February 17, 2001. Ava...

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RUGBY UNION Bath v Harlequins, Allied Dunbar Premiership, The Recreation Ground, Bath. May 8, 1999. Nigel Starmer-Smith.

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A framed print of Nigel Starmer-Smith's commentary notes from the matched between Bath and Harlequins on May 8, 1999. Available as A3 print-only or...

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RUGBY UNION Ireland v England, Five Nations, Lansdowne Road, Dublin. Febuary 15, 1997. Nigel Starmer-Smith .

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A framed print of Nigel Starmer-Smith's original commentary notes from the Five Nations game between Ireland and England at Landsdowne Road on Febr...

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RUGBY UNION Leicester v Harlequins, Pilkington Cup, Quarter-Final, Welford Road, Leicester. February, 24, 1996. Nigel Starmer-Smith .

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A framed print of Nigel Starmer-Smith's commentary notes from the Pilkington Cup Quarter Final match between Leicester and Harlequins. February 24,...

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RUGBY UNION Oxford v Cambridge, Varsity Match, Twickenham, London. December 6, 1994. Nigel Starmer-Smith.

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A framed print of Nigel Starmer-Smith's original commentary notes from the 113th Varsity match between Oxford and Cambridge at Twickenham on Decemb...

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RUGBY UNION France v England, Five Nations, Parc des Princes. Paris, March, 5, 1994. Nigel Starmer-Smith .

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RUGBY UNION England v New Zealand, Twickenham, London. November, 19, 1983. Nigel Starmer-Smith .

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A print of Nigel Starmer-Smith's original commentary notes from the match between England and New Zealand at Twickenham, London on November 19, 198...

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RUGBY UNION England v New Zealand, Twickenham, London. November 27, 1993. Nigel Starmer-Smith .

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A framed print of Nigel Starmer-Smith's original commentary notes from England v New Zealand at Twickenham on November 27, 1993. Available as print...

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RUGBY UNION Oxford v Cambridge, Varsity Match, Twickenham, London. 1992. Nigel Starmer-Smith.

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A framed print of Nigel Starmer-Smith's original commentary notes from the 111th Varsity match between Oxford and Cambridge at Twickenham on Decemb...

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RUGBY UNION Harlequins v Bath, Pilkington Cup Final, Twickenham, London. May 2, 1992. Nigel Starmer-Smith.

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A framed print of Nigel Starmer-Smith's commentary notes from The Pilkington Cup Final at Twickenham between Harlequins and Bath on May 2, 1992. Av...

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RUGBY UNION England v Wales, Five Nations, Twickenham, London. March 7 1992. Nigel Starmer-Smith .

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A framed print of Nigel Starmer-Smith's commentary notes from the Six Nations' Grand Slam match between England and Wales at Twickenham on March 7,...

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RUGBY UNION Oxford v Cambridge, Varsity Match, Twickenham, London. Dec 10, 1991. Nigel Starmer-Smith.

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A framed print of Nigel Starmer-Smith's original commentary notes from the 110th Varsity match between Oxford and Cambridge at Twickenham on Decemb...

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RUGBY UNION Harlequins v Northampton, Pilkington Cup, Final, Twickenham, London. May 4, 1991. Nigel Starmer-Smith .

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A framed print of Nigel Starmer-Smith's original commentary notes from the Pilkington Cup Final match between Harlequins and Northampton at Twicken...

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RUGBY UNION England v France, Five Nations, Twickenham, London. March, 16, 1991. Nigel Starmer-Smith.

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A framed print of Nigel Starmer-Smith's commentary notes from the Five Nations' Grand Slam decider between England and France at Twickenham on May ...

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RUGBY UNION Bristol v Harlequins, John Player Special, Final, Twickenham, London. April 30, 1988. Nigel Starmer-Smith .

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A framed print of Nigel Starmer-Smith's original commentary notes from the Pilkington Cup Final match between Bristol and Harlequins at Twickenham ...

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RUGBY UNION South Africa v British & Irish Lions, Lions Tour, Fourth Test, Loftus Versfield, Pretoria. July 12, 1980. Nigel Starmer-Smith.

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A framed print of Nigel Starmer-Smith's original commentary notes from South Africa v British & Irish Lions, Lions Tour, Fourth Test at Loftus ...

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RUGBY UNION Australia v British & Irish Lions, Lions Tour, Third Test, Ballymore, Brisbane. July 18, 1989. Nigel Starmer-Smith.

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A framed print of Nigel Starmer-Smith's original commentary notes from the Third Test of Australia v British & Irish Lions, Lions Tour, Ballymo...

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RUGBY UNION The Invincibles, British & Irish Lions team, Lions Tour, Fourth Test, Ellis Park, Johannesburg. July 27, 1974. Nigel Starmer-Smith.

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A print of Nigel Starmer-Smith's original commentary notes from South Africa v British & Irish Lions, Lions Tour, Fourth Test at Ellis Park Joh...

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RUGBY UNION France v England, Five Nations, Parc Des Princes, Paris. March 2, 1974. Nigel Starmer-Smith .

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A framed print of Nigel Starmer-Smith's original commentary notes from the Five Nations game between France and England at Parc Des Princes, Paris ...

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RUGBY UNION Oxford v Cambridge, Varsity Match, Twickenham, London. Dec 11, 1990. Nigel Starmer-Smith.

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A framed print of Nigel Starmer-Smith's original commentary notes from the 110th Varsity match between Oxford and Cambridge at Twickenham on Decemb...

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RUGBY UNION Oxford v Cambridge, Varsity Match, Twickenham, London. Dec 11, 1979. Nigel Starmer-Smith.

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RUGBY UNION Bath v Wigan, Clash of the Codes, Twickenham. May 25, 1996. Nigel Starmer-Smith.

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A print of Nigel Starmer-Smith's original commentary notes from the match between  Bath and Wigan at Twickenham on May 25, 1996. In the first of th...

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RUGBY UNION Oxford v Cambridge, Varsity Match, Twickenham, London. Dec 12, 1972. Nigel Starmer-Smith.

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Rugby Career

Starmer-Smith had a distinguished rugby career, playing as a scrum-half for the England national team. He earned nine caps between 1969 and 1971, representing his country at the highest level. During his playing years, he also represented Oxford University, earning a Blue, and played for the prestigious Harlequins Rugby Club.

Broadcasting Career

After retiring from playing, Starmer-Smith transitioned into a successful broadcasting career, becoming one of the most recognisable voices in rugby:

  • BBC Career: He joined the BBC in the early 1970s, where he quickly became a leading commentator on rugby.
  • Rugby Special: Starmer-Smith became synonymous with the BBC's Rugby Special, a show that he presented for many years. The programme played a pivotal role in bringing rugby to a broader audience across the UK.
  • Commentary Style: Known for his enthusiastic, insightful, and knowledgeable commentary, Starmer-Smith's voice became iconic in rugby broadcasting.
  • International Coverage: His career included coverage of numerous international tournaments, including Rugby World Cups and the Five/Six Nations Championships.

Legacy

Nigel Starmer-Smith’s influence on rugby extends far beyond his playing career. Through his work in broadcasting, he played a key role in popularising rugby and helping viewers understand the complexities of the sport. His voice became synonymous with rugby during the 1980s and 1990s, earning him widespread recognition among fans and fellow commentators. His work as a commentator and author has enriched the sport’s narrative, helping to educate and inspire rugby fans across generations.