Former All Blacks captain Stu Wilson has died aged 70, leaving behind a legacy as one of New Zealand’s most dynamic backs.
Wilson played 85 matches for the All Blacks between 1976 and 1983, including 34 tests, and captained the side twice.
A key figure in the 1978 Grand Slam tour, he was renowned for his speed, intelligence, and try-scoring prowess, holding the test try record for years.
Wilson also starred for Wellington, helping secure two provincial titles. His 1984 retirement followed controversy over a co-authored book. Post-rugby, he worked in media and later at Tauranga Hospital. Tributes poured in from across the rugby world, remembering him as a brilliant player with a humourous personality.
