James Haskell

James Haskell is one of the UK’s most recognisable sports personalities, a 77-cap England international,
British & Irish Lion, and former Wasps, Premiership and European Cup winner. Famous for his powerhouse
performances and larger than life character, James played nearly 300 top-flight games across England,
France (Stade Français), Japan (Ricoh Black Rams) and New Zealand (Highlanders), and was named
Man of the Series during England’s historic 3–0 victory over Australia in 2016. He was also part of England’s
2016 Grand Slam winning squad.

Since retiring from professional rugby in 2019, James has built a hugely successful career as a podcaster,
presenter, author, DJ and high-demand public speaker. He is co-host of the smash hit weekly podcast
The Good, The Bad & The Rugby, one of the UK’s most popular sports shows with over 120,000 listeners
per episode. He has also launched a host of other successful podcasts including What A Flanker, Couple’s
Quarantine, Backrow Radio, and the comedy led Amuse Douche, collectively amassing more than 500
episodes and 500+ hours of content.

James is a familiar face on British television, with appearances on I’m A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here!,
A League of Their Own, The Chase, Fighting Talk, Question of Sport, Celebrity Mastermind (winner) and
numerous other primetime programmes, bringing humour, intelligence and unapologetic charisma wherever
he goes.

A Sunday Times best-selling author, James has written a series of successful books spanning sport, fitness,
mindset and autobiography. His titles include What A Flanker, Ruck Me, Perfect Fit, Rugby Fit, Cooking for
Fitness, Approach Without Caution and the GBR linked release, Reloaded.

His work blends sharp storytelling, elite sporting experience and practical performance advice.

Beyond media, James has become a respected international DJ and producer, performing at major clubs,
festivals and events, and releasing a rapidly growing catalogue of underground tech house tracks. In 2026 he
launched his own label, Rogue Unit Records , showcasing both his own productions and emerging talent.

Known for his high energy delivery, sharp humour and genuine connection with audiences, James is a
sought-after speaker for corporate keynotes, leadership talks, mindset sessions, after dinner speeches,
events, hosting and auctioneering. Whether behind the microphone, on stage, or behind the decks, James
brings experience, personality and entertainment in equal measure.