#2. Richie McCaw (New Zealand)
Known for his outstanding leadership and exceptional skills, Richie McCaw is considered one of the greatest rugby players of all time.
The former New Zealand rugby union player is renowned for his expertise in the breakdown area, where he dominated with his fearless tackling and brilliant ball-stealing ability.
McCaw led the New Zealand national team, the All Blacks, to victory in the 2011 and 2015 Rugby World Cups, becoming the first captain to win back-to-back World Cups.
He was also awarded the prestigious World Rugby Player of the Year title a record three times.
