All Blacks great declares Wallaby ‘the best number eight in the world’

81-Test All Blacks halfback Justin Marshall has declared Harry Wilson “the best number eight in the world” right now.

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Published: Friday, 16 October 2026 at 12:02 AM

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Former All Blacks halfback Justin Marshall declared Wallabies captain Harry Wilson the best number eight in the world.
The praise followed Wilson's 27 tackles and a try in Australia's 50-19 defeat against New Zealand at Eden Park.
Former All Blacks number eight Kieran Read also praised Wilson's immense work rate and brutal physicality.

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Former All Blacks halfback Justin Marshall declared Wallabies captain Harry Wilson "the best number eight in the world" right now following Australia's Bledisloe Cup loss at Eden Park. Despite the Wallabies suffering a 50-19 defeat against New Zealand, Wilson delivered an outstanding display that featured a game-high 27 completed tackles from 27 attempts and a first-half try.

Speaking on The Good, The Bad & the Rugby Australia & New Zealand, Marshall praised Wilson's relentless work rate and leadership as a ball carrier and defender. Fellow New Zealand legend Kieran Read echoed the praise, highlighting Wilson's physical presence and consistent effort.

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All Blacks great declares Wallaby ‘the best number eight in the world’

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