13. George North (Wales) – “I am loathe to pick a winger at centre, as an ex-centre and always protective of specialists, but George has answered all the questions.”
12. Robbie Henshaw (Ireland) – “The best centre of the Championship. Judged purely on the last two months there is no debate.”
HALFBACKS:
10. Johnny Sexton (Ireland) – ” Control, goalkicking, temperament, toughness and leadership.”