Piers Morgan has revealed his all-time greatest rugby XV — and, unsurprisingly, the selection has sparked heated debate among rugby fans.
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While the side is packed with legendary names from across the rugby world, supporters were quick to question the omission of icons such as Joost van der Westhuizen, Jonny Wilkinson and Willie John McBride.
Here’s the full XV Morgan selected.
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Front Row
Loosehead Prop – Os du Randt
One of the most feared scrummagers in rugby history, du Randt became a cornerstone of Springbok rugby across two eras. The South African powerhouse first exploded onto the global stage during the 1995 Rugby World Cup before returning to lift the trophy again in 2007.
Renowned for his brutal strength and tireless work rate, he was rarely dominated by opposition forwards throughout his career.
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In 2000, aged just 27, du Randt suffered injuries that kept him out of rugby for nearly three years.
Hooker – Sean Fitzpatrick
Widely regarded as one of the greatest hookers of all time, Fitzpatrick combined aggression, leadership and outstanding technical ability.
The legendary All Black earned 92 caps for New Zealand, captaining his country on 51 occasions.
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He was part of two iconic All Blacks front rows — first alongside Steve McDowell and Richard Loe, then later with Craig Dowd and Olo Brown.
Tighthead Prop – Graham Price
Welsh legend Price became famous for scoring a sensational 70-yard try on debut against France.
A key figure in Wales’ Grand Slam triumphs in 1976 and 1978, he also toured three times with the British & Irish Lions.
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In 2012, Price appeared as himself in the British comedy-drama TV show Stella.
Second Row
Lock – Martin Johnson
England icon Johnson remains one of the most respected captains rugby has ever seen.
He famously led England to Rugby World Cup glory in 2003 and became the first player to captain the British & Irish Lions on two separate tours.
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Johnson received an OBE in 1997 before later being awarded a CBE after England’s 2003 World Cup triumph.
Lock – John Eales
Nicknamed “Nobody” because “nobody’s perfect,” Eales came remarkably close to being exactly that.
The Australian great won two Rugby World Cups and possessed one of the most complete skill sets rugby has ever seen — including elite goal-kicking ability despite playing in the second row.
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Eales also played first-grade cricket for Queensland University.
