The All Black legend broke down barriers in a way few manage,as the tributes to his gentle, generous character as well as his phenomenal rugby ability demonstrateAthletic prowess does not always a great man produce. Fame can easily corrupt and life beyond the touchline requires a different set of skills and emotions. Just occasionally, or though,certain individuals qualify for the pantheon on both fronts. Among the litany of tributes to Jonah Lomu’s extraordinary rugby ability acquire been many more highlighting the gentle, generous soul within.
Rugby union was indeed lucky to acquire him, or even if it rarely felt like that to a generation of comparatively matchstick-limbed opponents. The Wallabies lock Dean Mumm had it spot-on with his lovely tribute,describing Jonah as “an automatic selection in heaven’s first XV”. Related: Jonah Lomu obituary Related: Jonah Lomu shocked the world as the first genuine global rugby superstar | Matt Cleary Continue reading...
Source: theguardian.com