i remember he was one of the players that caught my eye when I first got into rugby in 2011 his try assist to nonu in the rwc semifinal was glorious I love how he runs like a cartoon character

@qwertyyuyop9347

4 жыл бұрын

Actually it's true . He runs like a silly cartoon character but it's effective as hell

@MarsFKA

4 жыл бұрын

"I love how he runs like a cartoon character" Heheh. Who are you thinking of: the Road Runner or Wile Y Coyote? 12:08 I was at this game and Dagg scored in front of me. As he came galloping down the field towards where I was sitting - actually, standing by this time - he looked tired. In fact, he looked completely knackered

One of the greats

Knack of creating space where none was. He was simply brilliant

Excellent editing!

@RealRugby

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate!

Have to appreciate that slick backline move at 6:05 people!

Beautiful to watch!

Always a privilege and fascinating to the see the AB Masters..What a weapon Israel dagg was.. Extremely decisive.He had a quick mind&legs..

On attack he was amazing. A bit suspect defensively. Since I've been watching rugby (I'm 30) only Cullen and Ben Smith have been clearly better in an ABs 15 jersey. Toss up between him and Muliaina. BTW you have to do a Ben Smith vid. Legend

@Sambo98199

Жыл бұрын

I'd definitely say Dagg over Muliaina. Mils was a good reliable fullback but didn't create attacks anything like Dagg did, and wasn't anything special in defense either.

@taraishot100

Жыл бұрын

Muliaina wasn’t the most flashy player but his defence was solid and he did his job well.. dagg was awesome on attack but defence wasn’t that bad imo thought it wasn’t the greatest and Cullen was just a freak of nature to this day I say he’s the greatest fullback the All Blacks ever produced

@rolandrutihinda1207

Жыл бұрын

Fair enough. I agree that Dagg was an amazing creative attacking player. Injuries really robbed him of having a longer career. At his peak he was a better player than Muliaina. I just think the consistency and longevity that Muliaina counts for something. Definitely not as flashy but was always solid. I agree that Cullen is the greatest full back the ABs have ever produced. I didn't get to see much of his peak career but just from the highlights it's obvious he was special. I reckon Ben Smith is very underrated. He almost had no weaknesses as a full back.

For those commenting on his defence, remember that his attack far outweighed his weakness there. He wasn’t great in front on tackling but high ball and positioning was world class. Also, when you have a strong defensive wing, scrum half and a flyhalf like the all blacks usually do, they had great cover in the backfield.

@floydkingi4364

3 жыл бұрын

As last line of defence in a test team. You should not have to rely on others to cover for your own defensive inadequacies

He had a prodigious punt as well. I couldn't believe it when every time the opposition would kick for territory they would end up kicking it to him. What did they think was going to happen?

great player!

Love Daggy!

9:50 lavinini lost his marbles 😂

No way! Chur bo. You da man!!

Would love a Dan Carter video 🙌. Keep up the great work

@RealRugby

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the support Trevor. Dan Carter is on his way, watch this space

@MrTjames10

4 жыл бұрын

Real Rugby looking forward to it 👍

His 2011 rugby world cup semi final assist?

@RealRugby

5 жыл бұрын

We focused on his tries

@BeardALaCarte

5 жыл бұрын

@@RealRugby We? I'm intrigued! how large is your team?

@RealRugby

5 жыл бұрын

@@BeardALaCarte Me and my PC! We make a great team... ;-)

The Dagger!!

Great video can you do one of rupeni caucau please

@RealRugby

5 жыл бұрын

Now that is a GREAT idea!

Best finisher in the game

set the 2011 World Cup alight. Was he not selected for the 2015 World Cup?

@RealRugby

5 жыл бұрын

He was injured at the time

@James-sw9vm

5 жыл бұрын

@@RealRugby I dont think he was? He was available but was dropped, he played for Hawkes Bay in the ITM Cup instead

@davidhewitt126

4 жыл бұрын

@@RealRugby was dropped mate

@floydkingi4364

3 жыл бұрын

Yes his form at the time was poor so he was dropped

Thursday - May 13, 2021.

Imagine if more All Blacks had played league. Nz would have dominated both codes. Because dam theres alot ov talented rugby players that dont make the abs squad

SO KING !!!!

Brilliant on attack, but the guy just could Not tackle

Best 15 of all time.

@gdavies4

5 жыл бұрын

Possibly second. Christian Cullen will always be the greatest:)

@user-oo4zo8yy5u

5 жыл бұрын

I don't think so. Dagg was so much more skillful than Cullen. Cullen only had Dagg for pace.

@EllliotJackRussel1

5 жыл бұрын

Calm down. Great player but...

@tirahuks1

4 жыл бұрын

Worst defensive fullback in ABs history. Watch him as last line of defense... He missed 100% of those tackles.

@user-oo4zo8yy5u

4 жыл бұрын

@@tirahuks1 bull fluckin ship a whole