Abu Dhabi Harlequins is a

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team based in Abu Dhabi,

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. They currently play in the UAE Premiership. The team was founded as the Abu Dhabi RUFC in 1970. The 'Quins' were recently crowned UAE Premiership Champions of the 2022 rugby season, having had an entire 2020/21 season without any rugby at all due to covid restrictions. They beat the Dubai Exiles 28-34 in th
UAE Premiership
Final.

2012-13 Squad

in bold = players internationals

Notable players

* Jeremy Manning - 50 caps for

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, 30 for

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. * Sean Crombie - Scotland U21 and Scotland 7's international. Former

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and

player * Ed Lewsey - Wales U19 international. former

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player * Ben Bolger - former London Broncos ( Super League)

footballer.

Rugby League

The Harlequins switched to rugby league in 2013, taking part in the inaugural Emirates Rugby League Cup competition. They were the inaugural Emirates Rugby League champions, beating Mana Dubai in the final of the competition.

References

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2012-13 Squad

Notable players

Rugby League

See also

References