Mental toughness is key in rugby.
As we've said earlier, because many athletes have similar physical talents at the highest levels of competition, the difference between a great performance and a decent one, or between winning and losing, is frequently tied to mental abilities rather than physical abilities in high-level sports.
It often comes down to playing well under pressure and maintaining focus on the field in order to perform at their best.
It's even more important in high-pressure situations such as a last-minute penalty goal in a test match, or when your team is on the attack and the opposition are ten points ahead with only a couple of minutes left on the clock.