LIST: 6 WORLD-CLASS players surprisingly snubbed for World Cup Selection - Page 2 of 3 - Ruck

LIST: 6 WORLD-CLASS players surprisingly snubbed for World Cup Selection

3. Ma’a Nonu (New Zealand)

The 36-year-old played for French club Toulon before returning to Super Rugby with the Blues, where his performances had been solid. However, it hasn’t been enough to convince Hansen, who has gone largely with the players who have performed for him over the past two seasons.null

LONDON, ENGLAND – OCTOBER 24: Ma’a Nonu of the New Zealand All Blacks is tackled by Handre Pollard (l) and Francois Louw (6) of South Africa during the 2015 Rugby World Cup Semi Final match between South Africa and New Zealand at Twickenham Stadium on October 24, 2015 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Chris Lee – World Rugby/World Rugby via Getty Images)

4. Richie Gray (Scotland) 

Gregor Townsend has left the door ajar for Richie Gray to make the Rugby World Cup but the big lock is one of several notable names not in the Scotland coach’s training squad for the tournament in Japan. However, he certainly improved his chances after helping Toulouse to the Top 14 title.null

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