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Dylan James

Tighthead prop named 'Tank' nails conversions for a living

There are many fine sights to see in rugby, but few are as satisfying as seeing a tighthead prop nail a conversion.

That's exactly what Barton Hill RFC's Kyle Gwyther did against Chipping Sodbury in Bristol.

Nicknamed 'Tank', he lines up the conversion from a tight angle and begins his kicking routine by bending over, then starting a steady run-up, before absolutely nailing the kick with ease.

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Cue cheers and applause from supporters, "Go on Tank! Yes Tank!".

This wasn't his first attempt, either, as the big man took four conversions in the match, successfully kicking two of them.

His ability from the tee would prove crucial in the end, as the match finished 21-24 to Barton Hill. Despite a very Welsh-sounding surname, Mr Gwyther is not from our side of the Severn.

The clip has already racked more than 50,000 views on Twitter and viewers were lapping it up.

"Should be out of the front row union!" commented one with the laughing emoji. "What an absolute legend!" said another.

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