All Black legend Dan Carter ranks his five toughest opponents
Top NewsWednesday, 02 December 2020 at 14:47
New Zealand legend and two time Rugby World Cup winner Dan Carter has ranked his five toughest opponents from his incredible rugby career.
Sourcing several Q&A's from down the years, including one with the Independent, here is his top five:
4&5. Brian O'Driscoll & Paul O'Connell (Ireland)
"Two giants of the game that have worn the green jersey were Paul O'Connell and Brian O'Driscoll. Their work rate and how they conducted themselves on and off the pitch was exemplary."
3. Jonah Lomu (New Zealand)
"He was the toughest player. I played against him once, I was 19-year-old and tried to tackle him, kinda woke up five metres back. He changed the game of rugby.
2. Schalk Burger (South Africa)
“A real competitor and absolute top bloke off the field as well. His mindset was a little bit different when he was out there competing. That just made him such a tough opponent to come up against.”
1. Jonny Wilkinson (England)
"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."
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