John Afoa Picks His Dream XV Of Former Teammates And Opponents

11 Joe Rokocoko

Good friend who played so many Tests and scored so many great tries. One-on-one he had all the moves and was one of New Zealand’s most devastating finishers.”

12 Isa Nacewa

“We used to call him ‘Mr Fixit’ at the Blues because he could cover any position from 10 to 15 and be outstanding.”

13 Juan Martin Hernandez

“Had to get this guy in because he could do whatever he wanted on a rugby field. Balls out the back, no look passes, a monster boot – had the lot.”

14 Rupeni Caucaunibuca

“In my first year he was still around the Blues after helping them win Super Rugby in 2003. Legs the size of tree trunks, lightning pace and unstoppable.”

15 Chris Latham

“Huge left boot, tough bloke and used to make huge dents over the gain-line.”