All Blacks icon Richie McCaw looks completely different a decade after hanging up his boots
01/21/2025 10:24 AM
Richie McCaw, the celebrated All Blacks icon, has shared that he has shed 20kg of weight post-retirement, by reducing his “unnecessary rugby muscle.”
McCaw is a legendary former All Blacks captain and one of rugby’s greatest players. Born on 31 December 1980 in New Zealand, he earned 148 caps and led his country to back-to-back Rugby World Cup victories in 2011 and 2015.
Known for his unmatched work ethic and leadership, McCaw revolutionised the openside flanker role. Since retiring, he’s focused on aviation, charity work, and outdoor adventures, remaining an enduring icon of the sport.
Since his retirement after the 2015 World Cup win, McCaw has been passionately pursuing ultra-hardcore marathons, and the weight loss has given him a competitive edge.
The retired athlete, who previously weighed 110kg, is now around 90kg after shedding the extra pounds.
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