Sir Graham Henry has labelled Richie McCaw the most influential player in rugby history on the eve of the All Blacks captain breaking the world record for the most tests played.
McCaw will play his 142nd test tonight against Australia at Eden Park, breaking the record of former Ireland captain Brian O’Driscoll, and it is expected to be his last game at home before retiring from international rugby at the end of the World Cup.
Henry told Radio Sport that he has a long association with McCaw, having appointed him captain against Wales in 2004 and the pair eventually won the 2011 World Cup together.
All Blacks coach Steve Hansen will be equally keen to quash Australian confidence and ease frayed nerves.
Bottling hurt and frustration appears to be the mantra at Eden Park.
There is a sense the All Blacks are ready to unleash the fury.
Meanwhile, the All Blacks will take on the Wallabies at 7.35pm.
Source: nzherald.co.nz
