Best rugby tribute I've ever seen hands down

When he was near the end of his career in Toulon, I went down to watch a couple of matches. I couldn't believe what I was seeing as his hands had become incredible. He played a blind pass behind his back against Toulouse at the Stade Velodrome, setting up a try and his play was breathtaking. He was the highest points scorer of that and the next season,, winning back-to-back European championships and scored some beautiful tries as well as controlled games with his kicking. What really got me is after the matches, no matter how exhausted he was, he went out to meet the supporters, spoke to them in impeccable French and spent lots of time signing autographs. An incredible player, a real gentleman and if I am a tenth of who he is, I'd be proud.

Imagine how many points this guy would have got if he didn’t miss half his career through injury

The term legend is thrown around far too easily these days but there is absolutely no doubt this man is one! Very hard hitting for a #10, flawless place kicking and drop goal technique. Not the quickest or most free-flowing but England didn't play that style. Extremely humble and he was loved and respected wherever he went - be it Toulon, Newcastle or Twickenham. I still remember watching the 2003 World Cup final and I'd never screamed at the TV so loudly beforehand; nor have I since!

Wilkinson is a hero, his performance in 2007 confirmed it, how that England team dragged themselves to the final I will never know.

Scotland fan here. JW was a top player and as tough as nails, respect!

I always get goosebumps when he scored that drop goal, the commentary is just perfect

Thank you !. Merci c'est vraiment une très belle vidéo et un bel hommage pour le plus grand joueur de rugby au monde pour moi... Même si il est Anglais. Humble, Elegant, Brillant . MERCI WILKO!!!

As a kiwi I've always had great admiration for JW. not only could he kick off both feet. but he was a great tackler & was a top bloke too. I remember at the British & Irish lions tour of 2005 in NZ. it was after the 2nd test vs all blacks. ( the game Dan Carter made a name for himself in) Wilkinson hurt his shoulder & instead of going straight to hospital he signed a few autographs for a few rugby fans. one of those fans was my lil cousin. who was absolute buzzing the whole night. it was only the next day I learnt how bad his injury was. what a legend.

The greatest sportsman ever produced in the UK. A true role model.

His sheer professionalism, diligence and hard work to get as good as he was is an example to young players everywhere. His constant striving to improve, to overcome injuries show an indomitable spirit, which coupled with a quiet and humble personality made him an icon in two countries, England and France. He is respected and admired across the globe , as are many top players, but the adulation of two nations, who normally hold opposite opinions, shows the measure of the man.

Loved AND respected. Ethereal talent. But it’s what’s INSIDE that makes him special. Every single story I’ve heard from people who have had off-camera, zero publicity interactions with him is he has TIME for them. He is polite and GIVES of himself. Tremendous role model.

As an irish man i all enjoyed watching him play. I think he's the best player England ever had

Love from Ireland

Some iconic moments. The legend started for me with that Ntamack tackle but all the moments are here, winning the world cup, scoring in the corner on his comeback, the Farrell pat on the back and the whole Toulon crowd chanting his name in his final game after lifting the European Cup - Legend indeed!

I got hooked by rugby watching Betsen play, remain addicted with 8 and 9, but Wilkinson is a player apart : simultaneously hard-hitting, key at the center of the game, an amazing fly-half, humble and decisive. More than a great player 🙏🏼

For me it is the best 10, not only for being a good player, but for his attitude, his Goodness and humility. A great example of a good athlete '' Humility makes you great ''

It's very hard to find another number 10 like this guy he was a complete five eight 👌🤜🤛 legend

Honestly the best tribute i've ever seen, and jonno deserves it

If there was a need for a Rugby ambassador, Jonny Wilkinson would be a perfect candidate for the post. The man was the epitome of the modern professional rugby player, he trained long and hard and even thou he had a permanent target painted on him, I can’t think of a intentionally dirty tackle made by him. It was a pity to lose him to the French, but with his injuries, I suppose the warmer weather help ease any pain, along with the pay checks... In 2003 when that ball dropped on to his foot a nation held it’s breathe, then!! Millions of people shouted, cheered and jumped for joy. When will the Queen pull her finger out and knight Jonny, a CBE isn’t enough. When two cyclists are knighted for riding a push bike, Jonny and others in that team put their bodies properly on the line for their country.

I have watched the final v aus more times than i care to remember but the hairs on the back of my neck still tingle when i watch the drop goal..an absolute gentleman and great player.

Watching this over a year later but what a powerful video, one of the greatest of all times.

Oh my goodness...how time goes by ...what a legend ? Just no words for this young man...! He must have inspired so many folk ! I am an old woman ...old enough to be his Gran..but his input to..just so very proud of his achievements for British rugby ! No-one will take his place .

He was only 23 when he won the World Cup. He was then virtually injured for the next four years, and still managed to get to another final. It was at Toulon when the world really saw the all-round creative talent he was.

guy was my biggest inspiration as a kid and the reason i played fly half. shame he had to end his career a bit early. absolute legend

Incredible rugby legend. I can still remember his field goal in 2003.

I loved the big hit tackles he used to make more than anything. Nothing inspires your teammates like seeing a smaller member of ur team consistently make huge tackles on giants.

He had 2 extremely crazy abilities. 1- his fucking crazy kicks from impossible angels and places 2- his strong and awesome tackles

My God, What a tribute. I want this played at my funeral

Can we please admire that amazing break by Matt Dawson at 2:13?? Without that, we may not have won the match!

Chills...

Wow. What a tribute. Great work.

My star Jonny Wilkinson. Instrumental to our 2003 World Cup success.

One of the best numbers 10 in the world, a legend, watching him play was always a very strong pleasure. Thanks for the video, a wonderful tribute.

weekly or monthly I see it again. Thank you so much for this tribute. Wilko deserves it. Cheers from Argentina

God bless england from france vive jonny wilkinson my idol.

Unbelievable human being and rugby player. A massive thank you JW for all the years of entertainment and for representing rugby so exemplary. Others will never reach your heights (except for D.C. who is better in every way)

A great rugby player, and a great man

Wonderful tribute, very good choice for the music, you're a credit to Jonny ! A french rugbyplayer.

Greatest English player ever, and imagine if he never got all the injuries....

Beautiful presentation.. I (almost) cried lol. But genuinely it was very nice and heartfelt that you out this together. Thanks from SE Asia 😌 🙏

Awesome tribute to Jonny Wilkinson and he is a legend no doubt. But there is only one king and that's Barry John RIP 1969-2024

one of the best rugby videos out there loved it 💙

Jonny Wilkinson, RONALDO Nazario, Roger Federer, Michael Phelps, Ayrton Senna, Michael Schumacher:Heros of sports ..!!!

the greatest video i've ever seen of all time!!! wonderful !! BREATHTAKING !!

I couldn’t give a toss what anyone says - when you are a legend in whatever field you’re in - you’re a legend - JW was/is and will always be one of the best union players ever - yes I’m bias because I’m a Brit - but tell me I’m wrong

Mate you're killing it with these compilations, outstanding work really loving them! Keep it up

tells a great story in just 5 mins, well put together

Such an amazing video

I have honestly spent weeks looking for a decent compilation video about Jonny and I am so, so pleased with this. By far one of the best rugby videos on KZfaq. What a player. Thank you so much.

What a man my dad new that because my dad played with my sir Jonny wilkinson when my dad played for the classic lions and England Martin Roberts love you dad

Thanks for the video

Love you Jonny xoxo

Beautiful editing

Wow nice edit, love the music too

Great video even better channel. Go on Jonny.

Great work 👍🏼👍🏼

The best 10 ever the Legend himself Sir Jonny Wilkinson 🏉👌🏻

Amazing tribute

Best tribute for Jonny legend

that was amazing great work!

Came a boy,grew as a man, became a legend. That’s all I have to say about that.

Pure class. Wonderful player. Thank you England.

Person who made me love Rugby and play this game. Johnny is an example to other young players. He is like English Lord! Pure Legend and my favourite player in face of Johnny I love England.

Possibly the greatest video I've ever seen on youtube, fitting for the greatest ever player.

Hugs Hiya Johnnie Wilkinson hope you are well and Awesome Bro ? I'm yr BIGGEST FAN U were a Brilliant Rugby player 💪💪 even thou don't play Rugby 🏉 anyone I think yr truly Awesome Brilliant BIG BROTHER and a huge Inspiration in my life now 🙏 kind Deepest Regards Martyn Charles Johnson in Rochford Southend in Essex UK Johnnie. ❤️❤️💪💪 Martyn Charles Johnson 😁 Hope U and yr lovely Family have an Safe Warm Happy Christmas and All the Best for 2024 now Johnnie Wilkinson Martyn ❤🎅🤝🫶👍💪💪😁

a great kicker. great tactician behind strong forwards. Hardly an inspirational runner. At his best Jonathan Davies was different class. Smashed Union, then smashed Rugby League...then went to Australia and smashed that too. he'd have run rings round posh jonny

Jonny like WE HIT THOSE

wonderful what a rugby player he is a legendary king of rugby

GOOSEBUMPS!!!

your video's music is always very good!!! i like your videos. please continue to contribution videos.

A true legend

He was Damn brilliant i miss him

Honestly gave me chills

Fearless, Brave & Gifted

One of the greatest ever, 2003 was special but 2007 more so. He’d hardly played since the 2003 final, if I remember correctly there was doubt about him coming back in and being able to do it but dragged England to that final and nearly won it. He carried falcons when around aswell. When I heard the french supporters sing his national anthem to him on his way out, it’s simply testament to the man to receive that! Legend

Good stuff.

my two favorite players of all time, jonny and dan, i reckon dan is slightly more naturally talented, but jonny puts in all the work to be the best. even though dan has scored more test points that jonny, its only because he was playing for a better national team. if jonny was playing for NZ hed have scored as many points. but i love the fact that hes so commited, so humble and so good at his game. a legend.

Perfect

Most sentimental tribute I’ve ever seen

C'est la folie🎉

Simply the best...

Unreal video

Best tribute ever but WHY IS IT UNLISTEDDDD

très grand joueur, super gars !

Merci Jonny!!!!!!

imagine playing rugby and not knowing who jonny wilkinson is.. all love from japan. English legend!

Only just watched this - what an incredible tribute to the best player the game has seen, for some many reasons

As a *Kiwi* that 2003 RWC Final was *hard to watch* lol But we had to choose one. As pain staking at the time, I did choose *England,* as Aussie already had *2 RWC's* and *no one* wanted the Aussies winning *3.* Jonny *deserves* a Tribute, probably been the *best* Number 10 at the time and the *King...* Until *D.C arrived..* 👍😉

The best ever

Rien que pour revoir Johnny taper sur l'épaule de Ronan... Les 2 meilleurs 10 de l'Histoire!

nice vid bro keep up

Good editing

About a month ago we played Farnham u12s and I never thought that Wilkinson used to play for them

Watching this every year since 2017, still sends chills down my spine

heart bigger than body...

Great player met him at Newcastle great bloke

El mejor jugador de la historia del rugby!!!

Goosebumps

A truly marvellous tribute to a marvellous player. Amazing stuff!