14.  Right wing

David Campese

 

Orthodox or unorthodox David Campese has always been memorable entertainment.  Fast and elusive, and of course with that unique 'goosestep', he has over the years provided us with his own brand of magic on the field.

 

In an international career spanning 15 years, he played more Test matches for Australia and scored more tries than any other player in the history of the game. 

 

David Campese once said, “I want to be remembered like Barry John in Wales.  I want people to look back and say Campo did this, this and this.”  After the 1991 Rugby World Cup, former Welsh great Barry John said, "Like Pele, he is associated with the very best and historic moments in sport; he has a special genius which shows an individual can still paint his own portrait and leave an indelible mark for all to treasure. The ingredients are all the same: stature, presence, personality, style and an immense belief in the God-given talents.”  With praise like that how could he not be included?