BBC Radio 5 live will have a special programme tonight - Jonah Lomu: The Man Who Changed Rugby, which can be heard from 21:00-22:30 GMT. Love and thoughts go out to Jonah's family.". Amsterdam 1995 with My ex, both wearing our respective rugby shirts, England v New Zealand. R.I.P big boy, you were a legend and admired by all, I am a rugby league fan through to the bone, I can't do with boring union. A really great bloke who'll be missed by many. Despite never winning the World Cup, he is the joint top try-scorer in its history - alongside South Africa wing Bryan Habana, scoring 15 tries in 11 games. Jonah Lomu, the legendary New Zealand winger, has died aged 40 after suffering a heart attack. People are delivering flowers in front of Jonah Lomu's house as news spreads of his passing. New Zealand Prime Minister John Key said: "The thoughts of the entire country are with his family.". All Blacks team doctor John Mayhew confirmed that Lomu died at his home in Auckland. A month after his death, the New Zealand Rugby Players Association (NZRPA) established the Jonah Lomu Legacy Trust to help provide for his two children. The great passed away at his home in Auckland aged 40, Find your bookmarks in your Independent Premium section, under my profile. Having heard about this great loss, the family of this individual is passing through pains, … "We're lost for words and our heartfelt sympathies go out to Jonah's family. // 1993 In 1993, at the age of 18, he represented New Zealand in the national under-19 side and under-21 side. The reason for his death was a heart attack which was linked to his kidney disease. "Jonah was a legend of our game and loved by his many fans both here and around the world," said New Zealand Rugby chief executive Steve Tew. Rugby great Jonah Lomu dead at 40 - YouTube. Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies. Lomu was the fiercest of opponents. Former New Zealand rugby union international Jonah Lomu has died at the age of 40 from a heart attack. by Stephen Sheehan on April 20, 2021. Bursting onto the scene of the 1995 World Cup, Lomu was a force of nature, the player of the tournament by some distance. At the end of 1995, Lomu was diagnosed with nephrotic syndrome, a serious kidney disorder. Want an ad-free experience?Subscribe to Independent Premium. Jonah Tali Lomu was born on May 12, 1975 in Greenlane, Auckland, New Zealand, to Semisi Lomu (father) and Hepi Lomu (mother). It forced him to quit the game and he had a kidney transplant in 2004, but the organ stopped functioning in 2011. Jonah Lomu’s death was an unexpected event that had occurred on the date of 18 th November 2015. What few realised is what he’d come through to get there - and what he was going through even as he appeared to be unstoppable. Tap to unmute. He also joined the IRB Hall of Fame four years later. Jonah Lomu, who died on Wednesday at the young age of 40, as reported by the BBC, belongs rightfully in their company. The wing, who played 63 Test matches for the All Blacks, had suffered from health problems since his retirement from the game in 2002 due to a rare kidney disease. "We're lost for words and our heartfelt sympathies go out to Jonah's family.". Probably the most famous rugby player in the world - even my nan knew him! Share. But in this case they are absolutely appropriate. RIP to the Icon. So for me to say he is the greatest rugby player to have ever lived, in either code, it shows the plaudes for this titan of a man. You changed the game of rugby and will be sorely missed. You will be sorely missed Big Man, RIP and never forgotten. Things were not plain … "So sad, life is so cruel. Jonah more likely had MGN or FSGS, auto-immune related. Condolences to his family. Jonah Lomu Death – Dead: A great loss was made known to InsideEko.As friends and families of the deceased are mourning the passing of their loved and cherished Jonah Lomu. Mayhew told the New Zealand Herald that Lomu's well-known kidney issues would inevitably have had something to do with his heart stopping. When Jonah Lomu charged at you at full pelt, there often wasn’t much you could do to stop him – as England found out to our cost in that memorable semi-final in the 1995 World Cup. "The final mechanism was something caused the heart to go into cardiac arrest, most probably a cardiac or pulmonary event," he said. Was with him and his wife and family for an evening last month. A glorious, rampaging, fearless warrior on the pitch and a wonderfully, brave, humble man off it. His blend of pace, power and size never before seen. Jonah Lomu\'s huge impact on the game of rugby and his fame was reflected in the breadth of tributes after his death at the age of 40. Despite his health problems, he had been working in the UK during the recent Rugby World Cup, which makes his death all the more shocking. Speaking to the BBC, New Zealand Sports Minister Jonathan Coleman said Lomu "was the first global rugby superstar". @170 - shut up. Kingsley-Jones was Lomu's manager for 10 years until 2004 when the former All Blacks wife Fiona took over his management. Very rarely do you watch a sport and think no matter what my team do, if this guy is on his game there is nothing we can do. All the customers were English and vocally load in song, so ex got flack from guys in her Kiwi shirt, 20 minutes on everyone except ex were outside by the canal enjoying beers while Jonah Lomu walked over England single handedly. Last updated on 18 November 201518 November 2015.From the section Rugby Unioncomments266. My thoughts are with your family.". Jonah was a legend of our game and loved by his many fans both here and around the world.". And former Wales fly-half Jonathan Davies said: "Can't believe that Jonah Lomu has passed away. One of the finest rugby union players to have graced the game and a favourite son of New Zealand, Jonah Lomu, died unexpectedly overnight at the … RIP Jonah Lomu. Cherry | Apple TV+. A CONTROVERSIAL new theory surrounding the death of rugby legend Jonah Lomu has sparked stern reaction. Start your Independent Premium subscription today. ll Blacks legend Jonah Lomu’s death was most likely caused by a blood clot as a result of the long-haul flight from London back to New Zealand, … Want to bookmark your favourite articles and stories to read or reference later? A very special person. A proper star - maybe the first of the modern game - and the benchmark by which others are still measured. Jonah Lomu, pictured during a Sydney Bledisloe Cup clash, took creatine according to his teammate Joeli Vidiri. Side effects of Lomu's dialysis treatment led to severe nerve damage in his feet and legs; his doctors warned him that he faced life in a wheelchair if a kidney transplant was not performed soon. Rest easy Jonah, a true legend and inspiration to us all. If playback doesn't begin shortly, try restarting your device. Former New Zealand rugby union international Jonah Lomu has died at the age of 40 from a heart attack. He was at his best at the 1995 and 1999 World Cups, terrifying defensive lines with his speed and size - 192 cm tall (6 feet 4 inches) and weighing about 119 kilograms (18 stone 10 pounds). That's all there is really.". Mains was only in contact with Lomu occasionally, usually at All Blacks functions, but he was "devastated" at hearing the news of his death. A role model for any young player making their way not just in rugby but in any sport. The New Zealand Rugby Players Association has set up a fund for the children of Jonah Lomu, after it emerged the player’s finances were “entangled with debt”. His rugby union career went on hold whilst the disorder was treated. Absolute beast of a player taken from the game too early, and died too young. An overused word in sport today but Jonah was AWESOME. Watching him power through defences brought a whole new dimension to back play and I'm sure made others up their game to compete. 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