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The New York Times @nytimes.com Β· New York City πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Β· 2d

Christiana Balogun, a member of England's Women's Six Nations squad, faced a brutal battle with Burkitt lymphoma shortly after joining the Bristol Bears, which forced her to confront significant physical and mental challenges; however, her love for rugby and the support from teammates helped her persevere through treatment and recovery, ultimately earning her a spot in the national team amid her inspiring journey of resilience. #Rugby #CancerSurvivor #Resilience #GB #NG #IE #WA #SC #IT #FR

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Cancer left Christiana Balogun unable to walk. Now she's in the England squad
Christiana Balogun is part of England's Women's Six Nations squad. Andrea Southam - RFU Christiana Balogun's life was about to descend into a blur of scans, tests, and treatment so brutal that she would struggle to eat, walk or speak.
The New York Times @nytimes.com Β· New York City πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Β· 2d

Christiana Balogun, a Bristol Bears back rower and member of England's Women's Six Nations squad, reflects on her challenging journey with cancerβ€”diagnosed with Burkitt lymphoma just as she was starting her rugby careerβ€”highlighting the resilience and determination that propelled her through intense treatment and personal struggles, ultimately shaping her identity both on and off the field. #Rugby #CancerSurvivor #Inspiration #GB #IE #WA #SC #IT #FR #NG

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Cancer left Christiana Balogun unable to walk. Now she's in the England squad
Christiana Balogun is part of England's Women's Six Nations squad. Andrea Southam - RFU Christiana Balogun's life was about to descend into a blur of scans, tests, and treatment so brutal that she would struggle to eat, walk or speak.
The New York Times @nytimes.com Β· New York City πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Β· 2d

Christiana Balogun, a member of England's Women's Six Nations squad, faced a life-altering battle with Burkitt lymphoma shortly after joining the Bristol Bears, enduring intense chemotherapy while grappling with her identity and the challenges of returning to rugby, ultimately finding strength in her journey and aiming for her first international cap. #Rugby #CancerSurvivor #WomenInSports #GB #NG #IE #FR #IT #WA #SC

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Cancer left Christiana Balogun unable to walk. Now she's in the England squad
Christiana Balogun is part of England's Women's Six Nations squad. Andrea Southam - RFU Christiana Balogun's life was about to descend into a blur of scans, tests, and treatment so brutal that she would struggle to eat, walk or speak.