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Published 10:32 18 Nov 2015 GMT
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In many ways, he transcended the sport. This can be seen by the sheer number of people who have no real interest in rugby but are acutely aware of his superhuman prowess.
His dignified air and warm personality off the field also endeared him to millions around the world, who couldn't tell you the difference between a scrum-half and a winger.
Like Muhammad Ali, or Michael Jordan, or Nadia Comaneci, the legendary All-Black somehow managed to be bigger than the sport he perfected. He entered the public consciousness in a way that his peers never could.
We'd like to hear from you about who you think transcended sport in a similar way - and why.
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