Dan Carter, one of rugby’s all-time greats, left an indelible mark on the sport. Across 112 Test matches, Carter scored an astonishing 1,598 points for the All Blacks and added another 1,708 points for the Crusaders.
Though injuries ruled him out of the 2007 and 2011 Rugby World Cups, Carter finished his career in style, delivering a Man of the Match performance in the 2015 World Cup final, helping New Zealand lift the trophy.
Now, Carter has revealed his Dream Team of players he admires and respects, combining past teammates and opponents who inspired him throughout his career.
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FRONT ROW
1. Tendai Mtawarira (South Africa)
Known as “The Beast,” Mtawarira earned 117 Test caps for South Africa. A powerhouse in the scrum, his physicality and leadership were vital to the Springboks’ success during his era.
2. Dane Coles (New Zealand)
Dynamic and skillful, Coles earned 84 caps for the All Blacks. Renowned for his ball-handling, mobility, and work ethic, he was a key figure in New Zealand’s dominant 2010s run.
3. Olo Brown (New Zealand)
Brown earned 52 caps and was celebrated for his scrummaging strength and imposing physical presence, forming the backbone of New Zealand’s front row in the 1990s.
SECOND ROW
4. Paul O’Connell (Ireland)
Ireland legend O’Connell captained his country to a Six Nations Grand Slam and earned 108 Test caps. His line-out dominance and relentless tackling made him a central figure in Ireland’s golden era.
5. Brodie Retallick (New Zealand)
One of the finest locks of his generation, Retallick has 132 caps for the All Blacks. His athleticism, line-out skill, and physical presence were pivotal to New Zealand’s 2015 World Cup triumph.
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