Jonah Lomu (1.96 m x 119 kg) was one of the greatest and most iconic rugby players in history. Born in New Zealand in 1975, Lomu quickly conquered the world of rugby with his extraordinary talent and superhuman strength
.His international career began in 1994, when he made his debut with the All Blacks, the New Zealand national team. With his speed and his ability to break through opposing defenses, Lomu has quickly become one of the most feared players
in world rugby.The highlight of his career came during the 1995 Rugby World Cup, in South Africa. Lomu dominated the tournament, scoring seven tries in five games and taking New Zealand to the final. Even though New Zealand failed to win the tournament, Lomu's extraordinary performance made him a rugby legend
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Unfortunately, Lomu's career has been marred by health problems. In 1996, he was diagnosed with a serious kidney problem, which required a kidney transplant in 2004. Despite the challenges related to his health, Lomu has continued to play rugby at club level and has inspired millions of people around the world with his determination. In Super Rugby he played for Blues, Chiefs and Hurricanes, and in Europe for Cardiff Blues. Jonah Lomu scored 37 tries in 63 games with the All Blacks between 1994 and 2002.
Jonah Lomu died in 2015 at the age of 40, but his memory and his impact on the world of rugby still live on today. He was an extraordinary player, an example of strength and talent, and a true legend of world rugby. His story will continue to inspire future generations of rugby players around the world
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