Hayman laments Armitage 'politics'
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All Black Carl Hayman has hit out at the "political decisions" that could end up barring Steffon Armitage from England duty at this year's World Cup.
The veteran international prop, Hayman, led a Toulon side featuring loose forward Armitage to an unprecedented third successive European title - as they beat French rivals Clermont 24-18 in a thrilling Twickenham Final at the weekend.
Armitage is the reigning European Player of the Year and is also on this season's shortlist.
Yet with England refusing to select overseas-based players, save in "exceptional circumstances", he appears de…
The veteran international prop, Hayman, led a Toulon side featuring loose forward Armitage to an unprecedented third successive European title - as they beat French rivals Clermont 24-18 in a thrilling Twickenham Final at the weekend.
Armitage is the reigning European Player of the Year and is also on this season's shortlist.
Yet with England refusing to select overseas-based players, save in "exceptional circumstances", he appears de…
