Brad Thorn
Brad Thorn is a retired New Zealand rugby player and current coach, celebrated for his formidable presence as a lock and flanker. A dual rugby World Cup winner, Thorn has played for teams like the All Blacks and has had a successful club career in both rugby union and rugby league. His brief stint with Leinster in 2012 left a lasting impact, showcasing his professionalism and influence on younger players.
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Brad Thorn’s career rewrote the rules of what an athlete can achieve.
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New Zealand· 2026-02-07
Brad Thorn discussed the potential of Payne Haas switching codes to rugby.
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Australia· 2026-02-07
Brad Thorn reflects on how his father's tough love and guidance helped him become a successful athlete.
‘I became a machine’: How Brad Thorn’s dad helped turn him into an All Blacks greatNew Zealand· 2026-01-24
Brad Thorn achieved pretty much everything over the course of his truly extraordinary career.
he never played against the Lions – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-07-25
Brad Thorn thought Tom Lynagh had the best kicking game in Australia.
Joe Schmidt plots unlikely Lions scalp amid feeling of ‘now or never’ for Australian rugby – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-18
Much like Brad Thorn in my day, the best players don’t just survive tough games; they change them.
If Leinster has learned anything, it’s that nothing is guaranteed. Good teams lose. – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-18
Brad Thorn was a rugby league icon in Australia and later joined Leinster.
Although Leinster continue to defy the odds, Irish professional rugby appears to be in decline – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-04-24
Brad Thorn's short-term signing for Leinster revived memories during Barrett's time with the team.
The biggest benefit of Jordie Barrett’s signing for Leinster may be yet to come – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-04-18
