The countdown of the Otago Daily Times' 25 greatest players in the history of the All Blacks continues. Today, Nos 16-20.
No 20: Ian Kirkpatrick
Position: Blindside flanker.
Era: 1967-77.
All Blacks: 113 matches (39 tests).
His story: A hard-running loose forward, who had devastating pace and strength. Was a sight to behold in full flight with the ball in hand, scoring one of the great All Black tries against the Lions in 1971.
No 19: Bryan Williams
Position: Winger.
Era: 1970-78.
All Blacks: 113 matches (38 tests).
His story: Exploded on the scene as a teenager on the 1970 tour of South Africa. Blessed with a mighty sidestep, ''BeeGee'' could carve up defences and also had blinding pace.
No 18: Don Clarke
Position: Fullback.
Era: 1956-64.
All Blacks: 89 matches (31 tests).
His story: A mountain of a man, who could kick the ball a long, long way. Won games through his ability to kick goals and was also more than handy running the ball back.
No 17: Wilson Whineray
Position: Prop.
Era: 1957-65.
All Blacks: 77 matches (32 tests).
His story: The captain of a dominant All Black side in the 1960s, he was a tough prop, who showed plenty of skill in getting around the paddock. Suffered only five losses in the 30 tests when he was captain.
No 16: Ken Gray
Position: Prop.
Era: 1963-69.
All Blacks: 50 matches (24 tests).
His story: A powerful, resourceful prop, who was never bettered. Got round the field and was a strong scrummager, and competed well in the lineout.
