142 Test Caps
McCaw's fiercest rivals and good mates praise record breaking occasion
Richie McCaw "From boy to icon "
Mike Thorpe looks at the story of the All Blacks captain ahead of his world record breaking 142 test cap.
Source: Seven Sharp
His 142nd Test match for the All Blacks will see him pass Irishman Brian O'Driscoll's record for the most caps by an international player.
As he prepares for the historic match against Australia, his fiercest rivals and mates have sent him messages of support and recall his career, which dates back to his debut in 2001.
"I can still remember seeing you play for the first time in 2001 at the under-21 World Cup in Australia, and already then I thought you were showed all the talent and attributes to be a world class player," Springboks captain Jean De Villiers said.
"I'm so proud of you to be the most capped rugby player in the history of the game"
- George Gregan
So are the Mongolian Highlanders Fans. It's not only what Richie McCaw does on the field, but off it. He is such an achiever in so many fields. His passion for gliding, flying, as well as his business interests but not forgetting his fans from all over; local, provincial national and international, he has always had time to give.
We are looking forward to the big match, the return Bledisloe Cup winner takes all. It's going to be all on the at Eden Park tonight. Go the #AllBlacks.
Source: Seven Sharp
