Lomu: a life in pictures

Jonah Lomu scores arguably his most iconic try against England in the 1995 Rugby World Cup final...
Jonah Lomu scores arguably his most iconic try against England in the 1995 Rugby World Cup final after bulldozing Mike Catt. Photo: Getty Images
In what many consider to be the greatest game ever played, Jonah Lomu tip-toed down the sideline...
In what many consider to be the greatest game ever played, Jonah Lomu tip-toed down the sideline to score the winning try in injury for the All Blacks, as they beat the Wallabies 39-35. Photo: Getty Images
Lomu strolls over the line to score against Ireland in 2001. Photo: Reuters
Lomu strolls over the line to score against Ireland in 2001. Photo: Reuters
In 1999 Lomu was once again a star of the World Cup, bagging eight tries. Here he is on his way...
In 1999 Lomu was once again a star of the World Cup, bagging eight tries. Here he is on his way to scoring one from long-range against England, as a defender tries to cling on to him. Photo: Getty Images
Despite the All Black shortcomings, Lomu was devastating in the 1999 World Cup semifinal against...
Despite the All Black shortcomings, Lomu was devastating in the 1999 World Cup semifinal against France. In rampant form, the French swarmed on the big man, but that did not stop him from scoring two tries. Photo: Getty Images
Jonah played his 50th test at Carisbrook against Australia. He celebrated the occasion in style,...
Jonah played his 50th test at Carisbrook against Australia. He celebrated the occasion in style, scoring in the corner after chasing down a grubber to give the All Blacks an early 5-0 lead. Photo: Getty Images
Upon his comeback to the game, Jonah played three games for North Harbour in 2006.
Upon his comeback to the game, Jonah played three games for North Harbour in 2006.
Jonah Lomu died at age 40.
Jonah Lomu died at age 40.

Jonah Lomu has died aged 40.

One of the great All Black wingers, Lomu became an icon in the black jersey.

Here, we remember some of his very best moments through pictures.

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