Finn Russell has become the latest rugby star to sign for Eddie Hearn’s Matchroom Talent Agency.
The Scotland fly-half joins England’s Henry Pollock, who signed for Hearn last month, in what was the company’s first move into rugby.
Matchroom Talent Agency was only formed last month. UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall was their first signing.
Russell’s Reasons for Joining
Russell said that after meeting Eddie Hearn and the Matchroom team, and learning their vision for Rugby, he knew it was the right move.
“Their success in other sports speaks for itself, and I’m excited for what’s next,” Russell said in a statement.
Hearn’s Perspective
Hearn referenced Russell’s reputation as one of the leading names in world rugby and will now look to “position” him as such going forward.
“We’re delighted to welcome Finn to the Matchroom family,” Hearn said.
“This is shaping up to be a boom period for Rugby Union ahead of the World Cup next year — and Finn is arguably one of the most talented players on the planet today.
“We’re incredibly excited to be working with such a superstar of the sport. The task now is to ensure we deliver for him off the field — because after all, they call him the Lionel Messi of Rugby.”
Russell plays for Bath.