Young Guns: Cardiff back row Mackenzie Martin

Cardiff back row Mackenzie Martin has drawn comparisons to Jonah Lomu throughout his rugby career with his carrying and is hoping his ‘golden ticket’ will see him go all the way in the sport.

Martin, 18, converted from a prop into the back row and can slot into either the number six or eight jersey.
The powerful forward prides himself on having an aggressive edge to his game and with his 18 stone 7lbs and 6 ft 4in frame he looks up to All Blacks legend Lomu and Wales international Taulupe Faletau.
Martin said: “Jonah Lomu because when I was young that's what they used to call me and I love...

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