Wally Lewis

Wally Lewis, nicknamed 'The King', is generally considered the greatest Rugby League player of all time.

Born in Brisbane on December 1, 1959, he represented Queensland in 31 games from 1980 to 1991 and was captain from 1981 to 1991. He also represented Australia in 33 international matches from 1981 to 1991 and was team captain from 1984 to 1989.

Wally lewis was tremondous footballer who played the game of rugby union as well in his school days. Lewis made the State of Origin his own arena over a number of years. Lewis saved his best for Queensland and the Australian teams. Several rugby Leauge clubs try to lure him down to Sydney during the 1980s but he signed with the Broncos in 1987 and played in their first season. Injuries and falling outs during the 2 years saw him go to the Gold Coast Seagulls in 1990. He played his last test match in 1991 and also his last State of Origin match in the same year. He captained coached Gold Coast for 2 seasons in the 90s. Wally lewis also coached the State of Origin side but never wona a series.

Lewis will be remembered for his football and great confrontations during State of Origin particulary with Mark Geyer.