Jack Rowell dead at 87: Legendary England rugby coach who guided Red Rose to Grand Slam win passes away

LEGENDARY England rugby coach Jack Rowell has died at the age of 87.

The icon led Red Rose to a famous Grand Slam at the height of his powers.

GettyLegendary England rugby coach Jack Rowell has died aged 87[/caption] GettyHe won two Five Nations titles, including a Grand Slam, and led England to a World Cup semi[/caption]

And he is credited as the man who guided English rugby into the modern era.

Rowell took charge of 29 matches for England between 1994 and 1997.