2.\u00a0Tim Horan\u00a0(Jonny Wilkinson)<\/p>\n
A two-time Rugby World Cup winner with Australia, Tim Horan was renowned for his composure, intelligence and ability to deliver on the biggest stage.<\/p>\n
Wilkinson said:<\/p>\n
\u201cA guy that knew how to win, knew how to play the game. His body language suggested he didn\u2019t really know how to fail.\u201d<\/p>\n
2.\u00a0Richie McCaw\u00a0(Martin Johnson)<\/p>\n
The only player other than Jonah Lomu to appear on both lists, McCaw\u2019s influence and leadership left a lasting impression on Johnson.<\/p>\n
Johnson said:<\/p>\n
\u201cJust the way he carried himself and the way he spoke to his players, it had a big influence on players around him. A legend of the game.\u201d<\/p>\n
1.\u00a0Jonah Lomu\u00a0(Jonny Wilkinson)<\/p>\n
One of rugby\u2019s most iconic figures, Jonah Lomu revolutionised the sport with his extraordinary blend of size, pace and power. His performances at the 1995 Rugby World Cup made him a global superstar.<\/p>\n
Wilkinson said:<\/p>\n
\u201cThe guy is quite a remarkable rugby legend and deserves to be so. No toughest opponents list would be complete without him.\u201d<\/p>\n
1.\u00a0Jonah Lomu\u00a0(Martin Johnson)<\/p>\n
Johnson also placed Lomu at number one, describing the All Blacks winger as a once-in-a-generation player capable of changing matches single-handedly.<\/p>\n
Johnson said:<\/p>\n
\u201cA guy like Jonah Lomu could do things that nobody could do and change games.\u201d<\/p>\n
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