As a kid growing up in new Zealand,was lucky enough to have seen this legendary player weave his magic,he was a household name, infact,so was the Welsh team of the 70,80s respect from AOTEAROA..
@hawkeyepierce8687
6 ай бұрын
I'm French, and I discovered rugby when I was about 8 years old, watching the 5 Nations tournament. As a young boy I supported my national team and saw the Welsh players as formidable opponents. Gareth Edwards, Steve Fenwick, JPR Williams, Gerald Davies and, of course, Phill Bennett are names that have stayed with me ever since. Now, as an adult, I see these players as the epitome of the beautiful game. I sincerely believe that these players embodied what rugby is all about. They are role models and have no equivalent in any other country. I'm nostalgic for amateur rugby, with its many passes, no advertising and no systematic frontal impact. Thank you, dear Welshmen, for having thrilled us so much.
@taikingi3423
Жыл бұрын
An exceptional player and gentlemen. It was an honour to watch him play here in New Zealand💖💖💖
@peterlewis8040
Ай бұрын
As a young boy, growing up in Cardiff, it seemed that Wales were invincible. Such an amazing group coming together at the same time.
@justinchetham-strode5234
Жыл бұрын
I missed the news of the great man's death, so this is really sad to learn now. A truly great player in that period of Welsh dominance, but one who stood out even among such exalted teammates as Edwards, JPR Williams, JJ Williams, Davies, Dawes etc. He was a joy to watch even while taking your team apart (I'm English), and a great ambassador for club and country. I offer my heartfelt condolences (albeit belatedly) to all his family and friends.
@markjones464
6 ай бұрын
Such a Respectfull commet Sir , that What I like about Rugby union , especially that era , they call it a Gentleman game , but on the Field certainly not for the Faint hearted But when the game finshed shake Of the hands and have a beer , it The same with the supporters , they Love the game and the players , none Of this Horrible hooligan supporter Stuff ( Soccer) were you can enjoy And make comments about the joy Of watching skill flare of a player ( even if it hurt because they beat Your team ) and this in turn makes You a better person , All the Best 👍
@terminallyinquisitive1731
Жыл бұрын
Even though an English supporter I always loved Phil Bennett, exciting to watch - that side step, acceleration from a standing start and goal kicking abilities. Wonderful partnership with Gareth Edwards. Great player in a great side.
@foudebassan56
Жыл бұрын
Nos cousins gallois, nous ont fait rêver dans les années 70. Des légendes...
@andrefouche8725
Жыл бұрын
As a South African he was brilliant to watch
@markjones464
6 ай бұрын
Thank you sir , we missed you South Africa in that Difficult time And it wonderful having you back I am a Aussie with Welsh Dad and Mum , I had the privilege to be in Wales for two Years and fell in love With Rugby , We returned back to Australia in 1979 , Australia as Amateur and Semi Professional Was great to follow , Then New Zealand and South Africa have Taken over , Aussie just not Good enough anymore , I turned Into a Good looser ( I only a Sook For a Day instead of week ) take Nothing away from your team South Africa , it your era , and just Like Australia era , NZ era and the 70 era of the Welsh era , you can Enjoy it as Well Wish you Well , my South Africa Friend
@7antonerasmus331
Жыл бұрын
Class!
@andypemberton140
Жыл бұрын
Rip phil great player lovely guy legend
@saddlebum6595
Жыл бұрын
Respect, from an Englishman.
@alvamlmltd9031
Жыл бұрын
My Phil Bennett Poem recited by Mr David Eifion Thomas, Choir Master of Meibion Elli. kzitem.info/news/bejne/rItv2H2jmqxjd34
@r1bew42
Жыл бұрын
As an English man, he is a legend.
@richardtschirret-guth9707
Жыл бұрын
As a Frenchman, he is a legend. Will never forget these Saturday afternoons watching the great Welsh team of the 70s: Phil Bennet, Gareth Edwards, JPR Williams, and so many others.
@geoffjones4285
Жыл бұрын
Bennet, John, and Edwards made rugby fun Before overpaid commercialism to over
@thetruereddevil1
Жыл бұрын
Heck of a player, he will be sadly missed. RIP from New Zealand
@philw245
Жыл бұрын
The greatest number 10 in the world. R.I. P Phil Bennet.
@clemryan4205
Жыл бұрын
As an Irishman in my late sixties, Phill Bennet was one of my Rugby hero's. Today he would be classed as a Ronaldo on the Rugby pitch.
@stesco71
Жыл бұрын
Simply one of the greatest of all time, how I wish he was playing in his prime for Wales today, RIP legend.
@twmlloyd5257
Жыл бұрын
Goose bumps and tears watching this, My favourite back of all time, the man was a magician, I was there at Murrayfield for that try ; what a sublime pass by Fenwick, what a gentleman Benny was, sadly missed, Gwir Fab o Gymru, Diolch yn fawr
@peterclose1446
Жыл бұрын
Ditto
@kevinsharp6323
Жыл бұрын
A kiwi here. I recall him when I was just a kid. One of the greatest to have played the game.
@Shaun30-3
Жыл бұрын
Phil Bennett, a Legend ,Diolch ! R. I. P. Phil ❤🏉
@tonywoodham3760
Жыл бұрын
Wales had a Fantastic Team in those days Phil Bennett the equivalent of George Best jinkiin selling dummies he was pure magic an absolute treat to watch.
@minnietoby
Жыл бұрын
As an Irish man who remembers all of these games in that era, he was just fantastic, there were so many fabulous welsh players in that golden era Phil was an icon, thanks for the wonderful memories even if it meant beating us. RIP PHIL BENNETT
@tedsbest9999
Жыл бұрын
I was fortunate enough to see Phil Bennet play in his prime - a very special talent! RIP from Connacht ☘️
@barrythomas1336
Жыл бұрын
Diolch arwr
@thingme9941
Жыл бұрын
Lovely tribute. Even in Hervey Bay, Australia, four years ago you can guess what try was brought out to start of all things an Australian book review???
@andrewhansen3551
Жыл бұрын
Even the most hardened all blacks and commentators spoke about Phill Bennet with respect and admiration.
@gregbooth1551
Жыл бұрын
so many Phil Bennett moments from an All Black perspective the one that sticks in my mind is Llanelli v All Blacks on the Cententary tour in 1980. Phil remonstrated to the ref to NOT send off Graeme Higginson AB Lock for "aggressive rucking" lest it ruin the occasion...what a gentleman and legend. RIP Phil
@rhobatbrynjones7374
Жыл бұрын
No-one could side-step like Phil Bennett.
@DavidTanner-h4v
Жыл бұрын
One of the greatest, and a true rugby genius. He was the maswr, the maestro, the magician who could conjure a try out of the same thin air into which he would make the opposition disappear. Diolch, Benny. Gorffwys mewn heddwch.
@KatharineShaw-z8u
Жыл бұрын
Phil Bennet was one of the best flyhalfs to ever play for Wales and the LIons. Two highlights stand out for me, Bennett starting that great try for Barbarians in 1973 near the goalline and in South Africa 2nd test 1974 where he virtually jinked and sidestepped through entire Bok team to score.
@betweenevenings
Жыл бұрын
Very sad but uplifting at the same time. It’s the first I heard he passed away this year and have much emotion / sentiment running through me watching this video. I grew up in his heyday of the best rugby ever and played a bit myself. I loved watching this Welsh team and all the other amazing players he had around him. Rest in peace dear great one, his soft Welsh eloquent voice resonates a lot 🔥🙏
@twmlloyd5257
Жыл бұрын
We were very lucky to be around in the 70s, what a team then, and what a player and gentleman Benny was
@takirid
Жыл бұрын
Didn't even know twinkle toes Phil passed away. What a legend! I remember in 71' when the Lions side came to New Zealand I thought the ABs' would beat them with ease. But that didn't happen, we ended up losing the test series to the Lions for the first time. They out played us with great running rugby. Even our provincial sides got a hiding. They just kicked our Butts. They taught us a lesson on how to play running rugby. I was only 15 at the time, I think the whole rugby community were stunned.
@ujeaniphil1234
Жыл бұрын
A truly fantastic era for Welsh Rugby, right through the 70s..running rugby you say, correct!! It's the way to play the game, ball in hand & play as a team, the All Blacks took it to another level to be honest..the greatest game on earth🏉👍🏼🏴🇳🇿
@huepix
Жыл бұрын
I'm a new Zealander and as a kid, never really liked rugby. Thought it was boring. Until i saw Phil Bennet play. C'est magnifique
@welshdavy3558
7 ай бұрын
Wonderfull tribute, to a true legend, like all the greats of that day he was electric that Babarians v All blacks game in 73 still the greatest game of running rugby i have ever seen. Writing this the week of Barry John`s passing a month after J.P.R all these childhood memories flooding back , oh it was great to be Welsh in the 70`s there was magic dust mixed in with the coal dust around the valleys in those days for sure.
@Red-Revolution708
2 ай бұрын
A very humble proper gentleman who was a ‘GENIUS’ . R.I.P our Benny.
@brentinnes5151
8 ай бұрын
That Scottish try was superhuman..beats a few fends off a forward in his own 25 then finishes it off!! What a player!!
@geoffjones4285
11 ай бұрын
When rugby was rugby not attritional like today Phil Bennett Gareth Edwards Barry John Thank you
@tonybourke4946
Жыл бұрын
Jesus Christ is Lord for God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten Son that whosoever believes in him should not perish but have everlasting life
@gerardhoolachan2172
Жыл бұрын
I was a boy when i had the privilage and honour to watch that man in his pomp ❤️
@alanmcdonald4423
Жыл бұрын
I have followed rugby since 1955 when I began playing at school. He is one of the best I have seen in all that time. I would not want to rate him against some of his contemporay compatriots - JPR, JJ, and others of that era, also from other countries. Different positions give different opportunities to show individual brilliance. Additionally it is a different game nowadays. Sheer weight and power is more important. Win at all costs..... I felt it was better when "and if we lose it matters not, if we but gain a friend"
@markcheckley3715
Жыл бұрын
And on top of all that, he could bat more than just a little, and was amongst the better wicketkeepers in South Wales.
@alanmcdonald4423
Жыл бұрын
@@markcheckley3715 I am not a follower of cricket, but I am pleased you posted that.
@zaksol7022
Жыл бұрын
Had the privilige of watching him play in nz with the lions that was the best lions team to ever tour nz i was in awe.
@mariuspretorius5468
Жыл бұрын
Yes he was I would say the best flyhalf of that time rugby has since changed to brute force not nice to watch like berore😅
@markcheckley3715
Жыл бұрын
@@mariuspretorius5468 Well there were five of them, more or less in a row, weren't there? Cliff Morgan, David Watkins, Barry John, Phil Bennett, Jiffy Davies. All utterly brilliant and it is invidious to split them. For me, I think I would have to vote for Barry John if forced to do so, as the "best" of the great Welsh Outside Halves of the amateur era, simply because he so often ran with the ball in both hands and used a gentle swerve, rather than the far more spectacular Bennett sidestep, to avoid prospective tacklers. But I think I would credit Bennett as the most complete Rugby-player out of the quintet because A. He showed exemplary place kicking from the start, whereas John developed that later on and B. Bennett could, and would willingly, and did, play positions other than fly-half if that was asked of him.
@llanwillvanaswegen492
Жыл бұрын
Wonderful how he doesn't get caught with the ball passes exactly when the opponent is in position to tackle him and doesn't take on the extra guy
@Chazthefurr
Жыл бұрын
Name any player better than Phil Bennett............................................................ no you can't.
@kevinsharp6323
Жыл бұрын
Ill go a bit further. He was the best of his era. Would have made any All Black Team, it was a pleasure to see such a talented player play for Wales and the Lions.
@timphillips9954
Жыл бұрын
Phill Bennet a star on the field and a gent off it.
@jon780249
7 ай бұрын
Like quicksilver. That little kick of the heels and feint he had. What a genius of a player.
@martinkillips180
Жыл бұрын
I'm half Chinese and half English and I still think Phil Bennet was one of the greatest fly halfs that's ever played.
@wobblertv8083
9 ай бұрын
One of the greats of the golden age of rugby union ..Small in stature but a giant of the game .
@kevinwhite6699
Жыл бұрын
Class act thanks for the magic god bless
@barrylambe2266
Жыл бұрын
What a player and a gentleman. My favourite player of all time🇮🇪
@fullcircle4723
Жыл бұрын
Saw him play in NZ. Awesome sidestep.
@mtnstrand2819
Жыл бұрын
Wasn't Phil Bennett perhaps the best number ten ever to play the game? Great respect from South Africa.
@jacquelinefox2632
Жыл бұрын
Phil is in my heart. A Welshman. JFox. Xxxxx
@graemehuia5964
Жыл бұрын
Captain of the 1977 British Lions to New Zealand. Always remembered never forgotten.
@alexodonnell6191
Жыл бұрын
Am a proud Scot but this fair breaks my heart.
@RD-wg2nt
Жыл бұрын
Legend of a man and a behemoth in the sport. Llanelli and wales should have more statues commemorating it’s past heroes.
@vieilinsoumis1717
Жыл бұрын
Hommage à ce très grand joueur de Rugby....Chapeau l'artiste !
@JeffGamby-Hull
Жыл бұрын
It’s very sad to hear the great man has passed away Phil had the best side step of the seventies and he will be missed
@robhowarth77
Жыл бұрын
P B was in the British Lions team which came to South Africa in 1974 . I still say that this was one of the finest rugby teams to ever take to the field and Phil Bennett was an absolute master when he got the ball. Very sad to hear of his passing .
@MarsFKA
Жыл бұрын
When the 1977 Lions tour of New Zealand was announced, my father and I decided to see as many games in the North Island as we could. We saw six, including the First Test. We were in awe of Phil Bennett. We had only seen him on television up to then and to see him on the field in the flesh was to step up to another level altogether. He was simply magic.
@socialistwanker
Жыл бұрын
I still cry thinking Phil is no longer with us.
@TheLRider
Жыл бұрын
Absolute joy he brought to all who watched him. A man of tremendous natural ability and he made maximum use of it all. RIP Sir Phil Bennett. Much loved by all.
@petermccann7933
Жыл бұрын
Had the pleasure of meeting Phil in Belfast airport after a Scarlets game....they say you should never meet your heroes...on this occasion they were very wrong what a gentleman
@rayrichiardi6284
Жыл бұрын
The Welsh music is awesome...and a great tribute to Phil Bennett
@John-ny2vw
Жыл бұрын
Legend , from an English rugby fan in his 60s, loved watching him play.
@johnjones6232
9 ай бұрын
The best number 10 in history
@barryquinnell3108
8 ай бұрын
I had the privilege of meeting him once, what a really nice man.
@malcolmroberts1359
Жыл бұрын
This took me back to the Internationals at the old Cardiff Arms Park, watching possibly the best team in the World where so many outstanding players came together, the best pack, the best half-backs, the best centres and wings, and of course not forgetting the best full back. Wonderful memories, thank you Phill and now enjoy playing on that Heavenly turf..
@ericlackford6718
Жыл бұрын
Phil Bennet, Gareth Edwards, J P R Williams, Gareth Davies. Such superb players.
@davidferguson2791
Жыл бұрын
That Barbars team with Phil Bennett in it, were sublime and a joy to watch. RIP Big man (Short maybe, but a colossus on the pitch).
@al488j
Жыл бұрын
A legend. Thanks for the memories Phil, RIP. ❤
@TheForkhandles
Жыл бұрын
A great man.
@dnorfed
Жыл бұрын
I was a player back in the glory days of Phil, it was always on the edge of seat stuff when he got the ball, always expecting him to show the magic in his boots and marvel at his sidestep, I was never disappointed. Phil could sidestep you in a phone box and not even touch you.There will never ever be another man like Phil as a fly half, he was the greatest of them all.some are still trying to emulate him, but fail miserably. Phil Bennett was a legend, and still is to me. RIP Phil Bennett 😢😢🙏🙏
@jean-pierreaubertin4751
Жыл бұрын
merci pour cette légende
@richardmatatahi4563
Жыл бұрын
One man who was a constant thorn in the All Blacks thigh, a man we respected on and off the field, he is one of World Rugby's GOAT. Rest easy buddy.
@obaraabraham9934
Жыл бұрын
Very few can goose step like Phill in 2023.
@mogule00
Жыл бұрын
Solo una parola: GRAZIE CAMPIONE
@countycricklewood
Жыл бұрын
Wonderful insightful player, eye for a gap and soft hands and a true gent!
@WelshmanAbroad
Жыл бұрын
So many memories of the Phil Bennet years when I was younger. Thank you for posting this Leigh.
@Funeralvideo-LeighBrookfield
Жыл бұрын
You're very welcome Ray. It was a pleasure making this making dedicated to a true great man on the field and in person :)
@Moggy471
Жыл бұрын
A hero
@deano6997
Жыл бұрын
one of the best,and he was a great gentleman.a true welsh legend.
@daveragby5672
Жыл бұрын
A genius rugby player, I was lucky enough to watch him on TV playing rugby when I was a kid, so inspiring, one of the very greatest fly halfs there has been and will ever be, one of the most important parts of one of the very few greatest teams ever in rugby union, Phil Bennet, Gareth Edwards, JPR Williams, Derek Quinnell and the others who inspired Welsh rugby for 50 years (and many of the other home home nations rugby players, I grew up in England ) luckily some of their matches are available on tv, youtube etc, Phil's legacy will never die, thank you Phil, still inspiring me, thank you for the tribute, RIP
@HenryRaeburn367
Жыл бұрын
As a human being he was Welsh Rugby
@philippankhurst6680
7 ай бұрын
Phil Bennett's greatest achievement was to completely fill the void left by 'King' Barry John's retirement. Edwards/John and Edwards/Bennett were the two greatest half back partnerships in the history of the game - and in 100 years time that will probably still be the case. Lovely tribute to a rugby immortal.
@Jason-sx6su
Жыл бұрын
When rugby was a stylish running game,an absolute joy to watch.Todays rugby seems slow and boring in comparison
@mikeblack2uk
Жыл бұрын
Incredible 10👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
@alunmorgan2352
6 ай бұрын
Not many if any stepped like Bennett. He's one of my top 3 all time greats. I do believe the person shown here a few times though is Gerald Davis. Another all time great
@686bim
Жыл бұрын
legends dnt die,they play rugby!😎😎
@astralplainer
Жыл бұрын
One of the best.EVER. RIP Phil Bennett, OBE 🙏
@monian2877
Жыл бұрын
RIP Sir!
@flashiemate729
Жыл бұрын
What a wonderful and brilliant player, RIP Champ.
@davidriggs1470
3 ай бұрын
The Murrayfield try was sensational
@thearcticlord3920
Жыл бұрын
A huge and determined individual talent. I take nothing away from him by saying he played outside the best scrum-half of all time, Gareth Edwards, in one of the most skilled teams of all time, but was the brains.
@taikingi3423
Жыл бұрын
I can't remember when this survey was done but here in New Zealand a poll was done for the greatest players of the decade. Here in Super Syd territory Gareth Edwards was voted the best halfback of the decade
@huepix
Жыл бұрын
Yup, those two were pure excitement
@marianoromairone1490
Жыл бұрын
Que jugador ! Mejor de mejores!
@GOS61
Жыл бұрын
Without doubt the greatest fly half the world has ever seen and the master of the side step ! RIP PHIL
@GOS61
11 ай бұрын
What does nope mean?@user-xq6zt5ho7d
@taikingi3423
Жыл бұрын
💖💖💖💖
@27jeanv
Жыл бұрын
😢beaucoup de tristesse pour ce joueur immense 😢 tout mes vœux de soutien à sa famille 👪 de la part de vos amis de France 😢
@MrSuperdave75
Жыл бұрын
Just one of the best to ever do it. I'm English but this man had so much class on the pitch. Pace. Sidestep. Kicking. He was amazing.
@corriedebeer799
Жыл бұрын
Like every Welsh rugby player who came after him, he achieved nothing.
@jerryoshea3116
Жыл бұрын
The Man,the Rugby,the National Anthem,and that fantastic song!...The Welsh fans and Rugby fans all over world were privileged if they got to see this man play!!
@tompeppersfunkymixes8099
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for all the lovely comments and the great knowledge you guys have about the sport of rugby and of course the legendary Phil Bennett ♥️
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