Leicester Tigers are saddened to learn of the death of former player Arthur Hazlerigg.

The 3rd Baron Hazlerigg and 15th Baronet, with a family home at Noseley Hall in Leicestershire, Arthur was born in May 1951 and played 98 games for Tigers between 1977-81.

Arthur made his debut in the second row at Headingley in February 1977 and was virtually ever-present in the following three seasons, including the club’s first John Player Cup Final appearance against Gloucester and the win over Moseley at Twickenham in 1979.

A private funeral has been arranged, which is by invitation only.