Australian rugby league legend Andrew Johns has been cautioned for possession of an ecstasy tablet at a London club. Johns, who retired last year because of a neck injury, was arrested by British transport police at King's Cross tube station on Sunday, but was not charged. The 33-year-old insisted the tablet was put in his jeans by a stranger. "I was having such a good time that I forgot about the tablet - instead of getting rid of it I left myself in a situation I deeply regret," he said.
"I have been a very foolish person and realise I have brought great disappointment to my family, friends and many people, including lots of youngsters who have looked up to me over the years. "It has left a black mark on my reputation which I will work very hard at erasing." Johns was on the final day of a six-week holiday in Europe, during which he worked as a kicking coach with rugby union club Harlequins. The two-time world player of the year is widely acknowledged as the best player of his generation, having captained Australia and Newcastle Knights and playing a starring role for New South Wales in the State of Origin series. He played 23 State of Origin games for the Blues and won 21 caps for Australia, as well as having a short spell in Super League with Warrington in 2005.
Source: BBC Sport
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