"Chook was a massive figure in the game, certainly a massive figure at the Dragons. "Very sad when I heard the news," Daley said. Former NSW State of Origin coach and series-winning player Laurie Daley said the entire rugby league world would be shocked and saddened by Raper's passing. He will be sadly missed," St George great Steve Edge told AAP on Wednesday. The legendary lock also captained Australia eight times during his 39-Test career, including the 1968 World Cup-winning side. One of the four original Immortals, Raper endured a long battle with dementia after being named in rugby league's team of the century following a decorated career that included eight consecutive grand final victories with St George. The rugby league community is mourning the loss of the great Johnny Raper following his death on Wednesday aged 82.
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