All Blacks legend Dan Carter has revealed his top five rugby union number 10's of all-time.
The greatest back of the professional era, Carter's record speaks for itself. Way out in front as the leading points scorer in international rugby history, with 1,598 points from his 112 caps. Throw in a further 1,708 points for the Crusaders and the fly-half’s impact on the game cannot be emphasised enough.
A prolific goal-kicker, a wonderful silky runner and a masterful controller, he possesses the lot and has been a genuine match-winner at the highest level.
Check out his fulls selection, based on a number of interviews, below.
#5.
Owen Farrell (England)
Dan Carter said: "I really like his competitive nature, the way that he gets stuck in. He's also an incredible goalkicker. Overall, there are plenty of attributes to like about Owen.”
#4.
Johnny Sexton (Ireland)
Carter said: "I look at the way Johnny plays, he’s always creating or demanding from the people around him. You can see him leading, and he tells what he wants from the players around him."
#3.
Michael Lynagh (Australia)
Carter: "When he retired, that total was also a World record points tally. Despite him being an Aussie..I took a lot of inspiration from him.
#2.
Grant Fox (New Zealand)
Carter said: "One of my heroes. He was a goal kicking machine at the first World Cup in 1987. He played 46 Tests for the All Blacks, scoring 645 points.Incredible."
#1.
Jonny Wilkinson (England)
CARTER SAID: "You might of heard of him? Former England captain and Toulon player Jonny is probably the closest thing I've seen to the perfect rugby player."
