New Zealand’s Dan Carter is named World Rugby Player of the Year

• Carter wins it for a third time, as many as his captain Richie McCaw• Australia’s Michael Cheika wins Coach of the YearThe New Zealand fly-half Dan Carter has followed up his man-of-the-match performance in the World Cup final by being crowned World Rugby Player of the Year for 2015.Carter, who kicked 19 points including a marvellous drop-goal in the 34-17 victory over Australia at Twickenham on Saturday, has been recognised with the game’s most prestigious individual award for a third time, a mark also held by his captain, Richie McCaw. Continue reading...