“Wilkinson over Carter” – Sonny Bill Williams ranked his top 5 rugby players - Page 5 of 5 - Ruck

“Wilkinson over Carter” – Sonny Bill Williams ranked his top 5 rugby players

#1. Jonny Wilkinson (England)

Revered as one of the greatest fly-halves of all time, Jonny Wilkinson is synonymous with precision and resilience. The English rugby icon’s unrivaled kicking prowess and unwavering commitment to excellence propelled him to legendary status, culminating in his unforgettable drop-goal to secure World Cup glory in 2003, etching his name into sporting immortality.

Williams said: “I’m lucky enough to say I’ve played with Jonny Wilkinson and have seen the commitment that he had. When I played with him, he was pretty much at the height of his powers, but the way he dedicated himself to his craft was unbelievable and I learnt a lot from him.”