If you are familiar with Rugby Union then it's a safe bet you are familiar with Jonah Lomu. A big call but he was perhaps regarded the greatest ever athlete to play the game, if not the greatest player. He was Rugby Union's first ever global star and his rise was synonymous with the sport going professional.
He was fast and he was big. He was about 1.96cm (6'5) tall, weighed 120kg's (18.3st) and reportedly ran the 100m in about 10.8 seconds. Basically, he had the pace of a winger and the size of a forward. He was devastating at times and often left defenders sprawling in his wake (click on the title 'Thank you Mr Lomu!').
He has retired from the game but has been asked to play an ambassador type role at next year's World Cup. Despite all the accolades he has remained humble.
I have been fortunate to 'Tweet' with him on Twitter (@JonahLomu11) recently and I'm sure he would appreciate the follow. Also, thank you for the endorsement regarding my blog...'Interesting/Good Reading' - Jonah Lomu.
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