Johnathan Thurston vs Cameron Smith
Johnathan Thurston vs Cameron Smith: head-to-head — careers, honours, key numbers and why the rivalry matters.
Why compare Johnathan Thurston and Cameron Smith?
Thurston and Smith faced off in numerous high-stakes matches, including State of Origin and NRL Grand Finals. Their rivalry was characterized by mutual respect and fierce competition.
Johnathan Thurston
Key numbers
- Total NRL Matches323
- Total Tries90
- Total Goals923
- Total Points2222
- State of Origin Caps37
Top honours
- NRL Premiership2004 with Canterbury Bulldogs
- Dally M MedalFour-time winner (2007, 2014, 2015, 2016)
- Clive Churchill Medal2015 Grand Final man of the match
- Golden Boot AwardThree-time winner (2005, 2015, 2017)
- Wally Lewis Medal2008 State of Origin player of the series
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Cameron Smith
Key numbers
- Professional wins12
- PGA Tour wins6
- European Tour wins4
- LIV Golf wins3
- Majors1
Top honours
- Asian Tour Rookie of the Year2014
- Greg Norman Medal2020, 2022
- PGA Player of the Year2022
- The Open ChampionshipWon in 2022