#HALFBACKS:
- 10. Johnny Sexton
- 9. Kieran Hardy (Wales)
Monye on Sexton: “Captained Ireland to a series win in New Zealand. Played superbly. His importance and influence is undeniable.”
#FRONT-ROW:
- 1. Ellis Genge (England)
- 2. Bongi Mbonambi (South Africa)
- 3. Trevor Nyakane (South Africa)
Monye on Nyankane: “Tight-head prop in the second Test, loose-head in the third. That is extraordinary versatility and the Springbok scrum was powerful throughout the series. The ever-outstanding Tadhg Furlong is on the bench, meaning we have a trio of Irish front-rowers in reserve, while the likes of Wales’ Dillon Lewis, Scot Zander Fagerson and England’s Will Stuart all get a nod.”