Adam Thomson

About

New Zealand former rugby union player known for representing the All Blacks from 2008 to 2012 and playing primarily as a flanker and number eight. He is also known for having been a member of New Zealand's 2011 Rugby World Cup-winning squad and for spending much of his Super Rugby career with the Highlanders.

Before fame

He attended Christchurch Boys' High School and played on the school's first XV rugby team and served as its captain. He represented New Zealand at the secondary school, under-19, under-21, university, and rugby sevens levels before making his senior international debut. He began playing provincial rugby for Otago in September 2004 and made his senior international debut for the All Blacks in June 2008.

Trivia

He also played professionally in Japan and Australia for teams including the Canon Eagles, Queensland Reds, and Melbourne Rebels. He is a dog owner. He has shared travel, photography, and personal content on Instagram with over 20,000 followers.

Family life

His full name given to her by her parents is Adam John Thomson. He grew up in the Ashburton, New Zealand area before moving to Christchurch for school and eventually Dunedin for university and rugby.

Associated with

He played alongside Dan Carter at Christchurch Boys' High School before both eventually became members of New Zealand's 2011 Rugby World Cup-winning squad.