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Description: Wayne "Buck" Shelford is a former New Zealand rugby union player, renowned for his role as a loose forward with the All Blacks from 1985 to 1990. He earned 48 caps and was part of the legendary All Blacks team that won the inaugural Rugby World Cup in 1987. Shelford is particularly famous for his toughness, exemplified by a match in 1986 where he continued playing despite suffering a severe injury that exposed his skull. He was knighted for his contributions to rugby and remains a prominent figure in the sport, serving as an ambassador for various rugby initiatives. In 2016, he was nominated for the Hall of Fame, celebrating his impact on rugby culture and his legacy as one of the hardest men in the game.