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Jonah Lomu had the biggest impact of any player on any Rugby World Cup, says Rory Underwood

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  Former England winger saw up close Lomu's devastating impact in unforgettable 1995 RWC semi-finalWhen Jonah Lomu charged at you at full pelt, there often wasn’t much you could do to stop him – as England found out to our cost in that memorable semi-final in the 1995 World Cup.Lomu was the fiercest of opponents. His speed, once he got going, his sheer size and the length of his stride meant that he was a difficult man to bring down. A player who in that match swatted my brother Tony off “like a fly”, as one commentator put it, before...

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My idol JONAH you are my God "a God sent to destroy anyone in his path"

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Among the endless global tributes received, Nadene Lomu, wife and global brand manager of Jonah continues to give thanks in appreciation and gratitude for all the support and kindness sent to her and Jonah's little boys. This was sent in from a great fan family member and in honour of Jonah we are privileged to share it in memory and celebration of the great humble giant Jonah Lomu will always be recognised for both on and off the field. A boy whom transcended rugby into the great game it is today, an icon, an inspiration in overcoming all challenges life threw at...

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