Lock: LEONE NAKARAWA (Fiji)
A rampaging second row with basket-ball style handling skills, Nakarawa embodies all that we love about Fijian rugby. A clip of the match-winning try in a qualifier against Pacific rivals Tonga sums up the former Glasgow favourite’s ability.
Flanker: TAULUPE FALETAU (Wales)
Tongan-born back-rower Faletau has been one of Wales’ most consistent performers since his debut in 2011. His game is underpinned by a tireless work ethic, which enables him to play a crucial role carrying his team forward and making tackles in defence.
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Flanker: JEROME KAINO (New Zealand)
Hailing from American Samoa, Kaino is a versatile back rower who was nominated for the 2011 IRB World Player of the Year award and was 2011 All Black Player of the Year. Excellent at the ruck and in defence, Kaino relishes contact at close-quarters, but his hands make him an asset in attack.
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Number 8: BILLY VUNIPOLA (England)
orn in Australia to Tongan parents, Vunipola’s father, grandfather and great-grandfather all played for Tonga. After a stint in Wales, Vunipola is now an established England international. The spearhead ofEddie Jones mens surge to successive Six Nations titles, injury robbed Vunipola junior of a tilt at Lions glory this summer. The Saracen is a fearsome carrying force and still only 24.
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