URGENT: Former England Captain Lewis Moody Reveals Shocking Motor Neurone Disease Diagnosis

BREAKING NEWS: Former England Captain Lewis Moody Diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease Former England rugby captain Lewis Moody, 47, has revealed he has been diagnosed with motor neurone disease (MND). This comes just two weeks after learning of the diagnosis. Moody, a key player in the 2003 Rugby World Cup-winning side and multiple English and European title winner with Leicester, spoke to BBC Breakfast about his condition. He admitted that facing the full implications of MND is too difficult for him to process at this time. The disease has already claimed high-profile rugby players Doddie Weir and Rob Burrow, who both died from complications related to MND. Moody's diagnosis raises concerns about the impact on his family and future wellbeing. Moody is currently focusing on his immediate health, family, and making preparations for when the disease worsens. He emphasized that he feels "at ease" despite the shocking news. This is a developing story as more information becomes available. *This is a developing story. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available. Based on reporting from Bbc.*