Rugby fans cannot believe Richie McCaw’s body transformation as the All Blacks legend showed off he has lost muscle mass since hanging up his boots.
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Since retiring, the double World Cup-winner has become obsessed with ultra-hardcore marathons and has shifted a lot of that weight to give him a speed advantage.
The 41-year-old, who weighed 107 kg, is now closer to 85kg since dropping the weight.
For context, that’s a weight drop of over three stone.
McCaw, the epitome of rugby excellence, is a New Zealand sporting legend. Born on December 31, 1980, in Oamaru, New Zealand, McCaw rose to prominence as a dynamic and tenacious flanker.
His illustrious career with the All Blacks saw him become the most capped player in rugby union history, with numerous accolades including two Rugby World Cup victories in 2011 and 2015, both as captain.
McCaw’s leadership, unmatched work ethic, and unparalleled skills on the field have solidified his status as one of the greatest rugby players of all time, inspiring generations with his relentless pursuit of greatness.
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Below, we look at five other rugby stars who transformed their bodies to get themselves into top condition.
#1. David Pocock
The Wallabies legend started out as an skinny 78kg teen who worked day in and day out to transform himself, with his size and strength came at a cost, Pocock told Australian Story.
