Top 20 Rugby Player celebrities in New Zealand
Here is the latest list of the world's top 20 Rugby Player celebrities [Updated January 31, 2023].
Sonny Bill Williams was born
on August 3, 1985
in Auckland, New Zealand.
He became a successful boxer and won his first six heavyweight bouts.
Net Worth 2020: $15 Million
Richie McCaw was born
on December 31, 1980
in Oamaru, New Zealand.
In 2010, he became New Zealand's most-capped All Black captain and was named IRB International Player of the Year for the third time.
Net Worth 2020: $3 Million
Jonah Lomu was born
on May 12, 1975
in Auckland, New Zealand.
He was selected to the 1995 World Cup team despite almost no international competition experience, and scored seven tries in five matches.
Net Worth 2020: $2 Million
Aaron Cruden was born
on January 8, 1989
in New Zealand.
He won a Rugby World Cup gold medal with the New Zealand All-Blacks in 2011.
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Salary 2020: €800,000 per season
Rico Gear was born
on February 26, 1978
in New Zealand.
He was named Rebel Sport Super 12 Player of the Year and the Tom French Memorial Māori Player of the Year while playing for the Crusaders.
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Salary 2020: $1 Million
Julian Savea was born
on August 7, 1990
in Wellington, New Zealand.
He was named the IRB Junior Player of the Year in 2010.
Damian McKenzie was born
on April 20, 1995
in Gore, New Zealand.
He represented New Zealand at the U20 level, earning five caps in 2014 at the IRB Junior World Championship.
Brodie Retallick was born
on May 31, 1991
in New Zealand.
He was named World Rugby Player of the Year in November 2014.
Ardie Savea was born
on October 14, 1993
in New Zealand.
He made his Super Rugby League debut in 2013 for Hurricanes.
Owen Franks was born
on December 23, 1987
in New Zealand.
He became known for his impressive strength, able to squat 240 kg.
Peter Betham was born
on January 6, 1989
in Wellington, New Zealand.
He was called 'one of the most dynamic and athletic young backs' by Rebels' assistant coach, Damian Hill.
Nick Crosswell was born
on April 3, 1986
in New Zealand.
He started every game as captain for Manawatu in 2011.
Nasi Manu was born
on August 15, 1988
in New Zealand.
He was named 2007 Canterbury Junior Sports Person of the Year.
Michael Bent was born
on April 25, 1986
in New Zealand.
He made his Irish international debut against South Africa in 2012.
Jesse Bromwich was born
on May 3, 1989
in Auckland, New Zealand.
He played with New Zealand from 2012 until 2017.
James Tamou was born
on December 13, 1988
in New Zealand.
He averaged more meters per game than any other prop in the NRL in 2012.
Bundee Aki was born
on April 7, 1990
in New Zealand.
With the Ireland national team, he has won several championships including the Six Nations Championship, the Grand Slam, and Triple Crown all within the 2018 season.
Ben Tameifuna was born
on August 30, 1991
in New Zealand.
He was the heaviest member of the All Blacks in 2012.
Kieran Read was born
on October 26, 1985
in Auckland, New Zealand.
He was named New Zealand Rugby Player of the Year in 2010.
Dan Carter was born
on March 5, 1982
in Southbridge, New Zealand.
He won the 2011 Rugby World Cup playing for the All Blacks.
