Former All Blacks captain Richie McCaw has been appointed to the Order of New Zealand ‑ the country's highest honour.
McCaw, who captained the All Blacks to victory in the 2015 World Cup, is the youngest ever member of the order.
It does not carry any title but is restricted to 20 living members at any one time.
McCaw retired in the wake of New Zealand's success at the World Cup in England, as the All Blacks became the first country to win consecutive tournaments.
He played a world‑record 148 Tests, winning 131, and is also a three‑time winner of the World Player of the Year award.
Source: BBC
