Watch | Nigel Owens’ 10 most memorable moments and quotes

Wales’ Nigel Owens became the first referee to officiate 100 Tests when he took charge of the Autumn Nations Cup clash between France and Italy on Saturday.

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Not only the world’s most capped referee, Owens is widely regarded as the world’s best whistleman.

Owens is also known for his dry sense of humour having brought smiles – and laughs – to players and spectators for a number of years now.

Watch as World Rugby counts down 10 of his most memorable moments and quotes.

And for the record, France won 36-5.