HALFBACKS
10. Stephen Larkham (Australia) – “Australia won the World Cup in 1999 with him at 10, and his drop goal against South Africa in the semi-final made it possible.”
9. Joost van der Westhuizen (South Africa) – “One of the most competitive players I’ve come up against, and such a running threat with ball in hand either side of the ruck.”
FRONT-ROW
1. Os du Randt (South Africa) – “Huge man who won two World Cups with South Africa. I still have pain in my ribs from when I once went to tackle him and he used me as a speed bump…”
2. Sean Fitzpatrick (New Zealand) – “A terrific competitor and great New Zealand captain.”
3. Pieter de Villiers (France) – a champion player who had an excellent career, winning multiple French championships with Stade Francais and a few Six Nations titles with France.