The young Jonah was majestic…and terrifying

Brendan Gallagher delves into some of rugby’s most enduring images, their story and why they are still so impactful

Iconic Rugby Pictures:
PART 91
Jonah Lomu scores his second try in RWC95 semi-final
July 18, 1995

What’s happening here?
It’s July 18, 1995 at historic Newlands in Cape Town and the old stadium is witnessing the likes of which it has never seen before. A 20-year-old Jonah Lomu is scoring tries for fun for New Zealand against England in their World Cup semi-final. This is his second try in the game, screaming past England fly-half Rob Andrew on the...

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