Michael Gordon Skinner (born 26 November 1958), also known as Mickey, Mick, and Mike, is a former English rugby union player who played at flanker for Harlequins, Blackheath and England.
Skinner is world-renowned for "The Tackle", his hit on Marc Cecillon in England's 1991 Rugby World Cup quarter final against France in Paris.
however could not locate him which prompted an appeal from Desmond Lynam live on the BBC's Grandstand programme for Skinner to get in touch as his services were required.
In 1994, Skinner helped unveil a commemorative plaque to mark the founding of the Blackheath Football Club in 1858.
Since leaving the game, Skinner has worked as a media pundit and became famous amongst fans for his interesting choices of waistcoat.