Rugby world mourns as tributes paid to legendary Jonah Lomu

The world of rugby and beyond yesterday has paid tribute to All Black legend Jonah Lomu, who passed away suddenly at the age of 40.

Hailed as the sport’s first global superstar, Lomu captured the world’s attention when he lit up the 1995 World Cup in South Africa, and most specifically in a devastating display against England.

Famously, in that match, he gathered possession from a loose ball when facing the touchline and within seconds had deftly evaded two tackles before simply running over full-back Mike Catt on his way to a signature score.