Former England rugby player, James Haskell, recently shared details about how he tore his bicep while attempting to flip his friend, Mike Tindall. The incident occurred during a TikTok trend reenactment, where Haskell’s exuberance led to an unfortunate injury. A photo shared from his hospital bed showed Haskell in good spirits despite his sling, which piqued the curiosity of many fans. In a video posted on their podcast, The Good, The Bad, and the Rugby, Tindall and Haskell recounted the mishap that resulted in the bicep injury.
Haskell, 39, jokingly emphasised the importance of speed in the flip manoeuvre they were attempting. During the attempts to spin Tindall around, Haskell made a grip adjustment that caused the bicep tendon to tear off the bone. Describing the incident to his followers, Haskell expressed his frustration, labelling the mishap as “stupid.” He highlighted that the injury occurred while filming content rather than during a training session. Despite the painful mishap, Haskell reassured fans that the surgery was successful, and he was on the path to recovery.
Fans took to social media to share their amusement, with some quipping about the irony of a seasoned rugby player injuring himself while lifting his friend. The original TikTok creator featured in the video even offered assistance to Haskell and Tindall for their next attempt. The incident brought light-hearted reactions online, with many commending Haskell and Tindall for sharing their misadventure with humour.
Haskell and Tindall co-host a successful podcast with sports broadcaster Alex Payne, featuring notable guests like members of the royal family. The duo’s chemistry and banter have earned them a loyal following, propelling their podcast to the top of the Apple charts upon its release. Despite their retirements from professional rugby, Haskell and Tindall have seamlessly transitioned into the world of TV and podcasting, delighting fans with their anecdotes and camaraderie.