British & Irish legend and respected rugby scribe Sir Ian McGeechan has selected his top 10 greatest wingers to have ever graced the game…
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10. Rory Underwood (England)
Underwood is a former English rugby union player renowned for his speed and try-scoring prowess. Playing primarily as a wing, he earned 85 caps for England from 1984 to 1996, scoring 49 tries, and also represented the British & Irish Lions.
McGeechan wrote: “Maybe not quite as clever as some of the others but a lethal finisher who was exceptionally quick and very, very strong.”
9. Shane Williams (Wales)
Whether it was a “jinking” run or a “jinking” step to evade the embrace of his opponent, Williams would often stagger belief with his abrupt movement—both with and without the ball.
McGeechan wrote: “Defied convention because he was so small, but he was powerful and sharp. Wales have not been the same attacking force since he finished. He could raise their game on his own.”
8. Ieuan Evans (Wales)
Evans is a legendary Welsh rugby union player famous for his skill and leadership as a wing. With 72 caps for Wales from 1987 to 1998, he scored 33 tries and captained the national team, also representing the British & Irish Lions.
McGeechan wrote: “Always one of my favourites because of my experiences with him as a British and Irish Lion. Like all the Welsh wingers, he had such a good sidestep but could combine acceleration with that. He was a superb finisher, especially in tight situations.”