#4. Martin Johnson (England)
- Major teams British and Irish Lions, Leicester Tigers, England, England XV
- Position Lock
- Lions caps 8
- Tours 1993 (New Zealand), 1997 (South Africa), 2001 (Australia)
For some a controversial character, but for all one of the greats. His leadership earned him the captaincy in both 1997 and 2001.
Johnson also toured in 1993’s narrow series loss to New Zealand. His work in the loose and the lineout set him apart as a player.
GATLAND SAID: “An unbelievable leader. Probably the most competitive player I’ve ever come across. Very tough and loved a challenge.”
DID YOU KNOW? Martin Johnson comes from a sporting family. His great-grandfather was a wrestler