8 times Jonny Wilkinson proved he was the best player of all-time
Rugby NewsWednesday, 25 May 2022 at 20:11
England legend Jonny Wilkinson was the best player in the world for some time, and he arguably could be the greatest ever.
1. The obvious
When he won England the Rugby World Cup by slotting a drop-goal on his weaker right foot. Legend.
2. Cruising through the All Blacks
This try was AWESOME.
3. His man of the match display against Ireland
The playmaker was at the peak of his powers.
4. The hardest tackle ever
Brian O'Driscoll later revealed he couldn't walk for two weeks after this HUGE hit from Wilkinson.
5. When he dominated Owen Farrell
Toulon won 24-12 at Twickenham in 2013, booking their place in the final of the Champions Cup. Wilkinson was a clear winner in the battle of the boot, as he kicked seven penalties and an excellent drop-goal to get the better of young Owen Farrell.
6. Bilingual team talk
Throwback to this incredible team talk Wilkinson gave to his Toulon teammates, speaking in both French and English.
7. Another HUGE hit
Why not
8. His kicking in general
Watch footage of his unique routine alongside the great man's own description of what it's like to kick.
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- Jordie Barrett over Damian de Allende is far from being correct. The hype around Dupont is also overreaching, he's probably 4th in the world and has been since the 2023 WC. He also avoids certain matchups which is strange. The rest of the list is pretty good apart from minor subjective biases.JasonMarlow16-09-2026
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