Simon McIntyre

A familiar figure in the Sale Sharks forward pack, Simon McIntyre is an experienced campaigner whose career has been built on the unfussy virtues of forward graft. Born on 19 March 1991, he brings the perspective of a seasoned professional to the Gallagher Premiership, where physicality and reliability over a long season count for a great deal. McIntyre's reputation rests on strong, direct carrying and a disruptive presence around the contact area, the kind of contribution that rarely tops a highlight reel but is consistently valued by coaches. Over his time at Sale he has been a dependable contributor to the club's forward effort, offering defensive steel and a willingness to do the hard, repetitive work that underpins a competitive pack. His role is a clearly defined one: secure possession, add weight to the collision and support the team's physical approach in both attack and defence. As one of the more experienced heads in the squad, McIntyre also offers leadership by example, setting standards of work rate that younger forwards can follow.