25 May 2023

NZ Sporting History: The legacy of Bruce Robertson

From Afternoons, 2:25 pm on 25 May 2023

New Zealand Rugby has recently lost one of its greats, Bruce Robertson aged 71.

Bruce played more than a hundred games for the All Blacks including 34 test matches and more than a hundred matches for Counties.

He is celebrated as one of the best centres the game has ever seen.

To talk about his legacy to the game Jesse speaks to one of the country's most respected rugby commentators, Bob Howitt.

All Blacks great Bruce Robertson has died aged 71 after a long health battle. Photo / Michael Cunningham

All Blacks great Bruce Robertson has died aged 71 after a long health battle. Photo: NZME / Michael Cunningham