Rugby, Australian Football: Monty's mission

Percy Montgomery is the rarest of beasts, a Springbok who has migrated from South Africa to Wales and has grown and thrived in northern climes.

Percy Montgomery's move to Newport strangely helped him back into the South Africa side

His move to Newport in 2001 was seen as a typical example of a southern hemisphere star seeking a fat and easy retirement cheque in Europe.

Then 27 years old, Montgomery had scored 261 points in 48 internationals, but decided to head for pastures new after being left out of the Springbok squad.