Jonny Wilkinson is regarded by many as the epitome of professionalism in rugby. His hard work ethic made him the greatest fly-half in the world
The Greatest Players
Rugby’s Greatest: Shane Williams
Shane Williams defied the normal stereotype of an international winger, and the Welshman did it by scoring 60 tries in 87 Tests. One of the great wingers of our time
Rugby’s Greatest: Jason Robinson
Jason Robinson was the deadliest finisher in world rugby at his peak.
Rugby’s Greatest: David Campese
With 64 tries in 101 Tests, David Campese was for years the record try-scorer among the leading nations. But mere stats can't do justice to this coruscating Australian talent
Rugby’s Greatest: Sean Fitzpatrick
All Black Sean Fitzpatrick epitomised the rugged hardness of a Test-match forward. He is indisputably one of the greatest hookers of all time
Rugby’s Greatest: Richard Hill
Richard Hill goes down as one of the greatest blindsides to play the game. His decision-making and technique at the breakdown provided the oil for England’s engine
Rugby’s Greatest: John Eales
John Eales's influence on rugby was so profound in his ten-year Test career that the second-row is widely regarded as Australia's greatest player
Rugby’s Greatest: Lawrence Dallaglio
Here's why English No 8 Lawrence Dallaglio is considered one of the greatest to have played the game
Rugby’s Greatest: Brian O’Driscoll
Brian O'Driscoll is Ireland's most capped player and one of the greatest centres to grace the game
Rugby’s Greatest: Michael Lynagh
Michael Lynagh is one of the greatest fly-halves to pull on the Australia No 10 shirt