He dominated the All Black first five eighths position in the late 1980s through to the mid 90s, and was one of the most potent scorers in all Test history.

Grant’s ability as a team player both on and off the field was recognised on ‘This is Your Life’ in 1994.

In June 1999, Grant was appointed as assistant coach to the Auckland NPC team. Grant remained an integral part of his Auckland club, involved at a coaching level and sharing in their success in the 1999 and 2002–2003 NPC seasons. He went on to became a commentator on Sky Sports, NBC Sports and in the EA Sports rugby union series.

The highlight of Grant’s career was winning the inaugural Rugby World Cup with New Zealand in 1987, a victory based in part on his accurate kicking.

In the 1995 New Year Honours, Grant was awarded an MBE, for services to rugby.

Grant retired after the 1993 domestic rugby season during which he had a leading role in Tests against the British Isles, Samoa and Australia.

Grant remains prominent in rugby. His company specialises in ground signage, he is frequently an informative television comments man. Grant works closely with New Zealand Rugby as an All Black selector.

In September, 2015 Grant left the All Blacks for the 2015 RWC in the UK, returning as back to back World Chamions and three time winners.