Durban, July 29 NZPA 

The most capped captains in test rugby:

59: John Smit (South Afica 2003-09), Will Carling (England, 1988-96), George Gregan (Australia, 2001-07)

57: Brian O'Driscoll (Ireland/Lions 2002-09)

55: John Eales (Australia 1996-2001)

51: Sean Fitzpatrick (New Zealand, 1992-97)

Other leading New Zealanders:

34: Richie McCaw 2004-09

30: Wilson Whineray 1958-65

23: Reuben Thorne 2002-07

22: Taine Randell 1998-2002

21: Tana Umaga 2004-05

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