#3. Dan Carter (New Zealand)
They wrote: “During his time with the dominant All Black side, Carter became the leading points scorer in international rugby, totalling 1598 points and 112 caps.
“He proved instrumental in their two World Cup wins, with his performances leading him to become a three-time World Rugby Player of the Year winner.”
#2. Richie McCaw (New Zealand)
They wrote: “The illustrious flanker’s record-breaking 14-year career truly illustrates his influential status as the most decorated All Black captain, leading his team to two successive World Cup wins in 2011 and 2015.
Best known for his dangerous prowess at the breakdown, McCaw improved his game to become a hugely gifted all-round talent, with enviable ball-carrying dynamism to boot.”
#1. Jonah Lomu (New Zealand)
They wrote: “Throughout his international career, his intense physicality and impressive speed led to a total of 63 caps and 37 tries, and his dominant performances helped increase the popularity of the sport worldwide.”
