WORLD XV: Murray, Smith, Webb, Youngs? Who is the world’s best Scrum-half?

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by Rugby Rucker

Friday, 25 August 2017 at 10:42

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Continuing on in our World XV series, this time we name our four best scrum-halves in rugby right now and get you to vote.

The scrum-half is vital as they are the player who ties together the forwards and backs into one solitary unit.

They remove the ball from the back of the scrum and lineout before usually distributing the ball to the fly-half.

You can skip to the poll HERE or scroll through the contenders before making an informed decision.

1. Ben Youngs - England

The Leicester Tigers star is clearly Eddie Jones' first choice scrum half ahead of Danny Care and it’s easy to see why after his exploits during the Six Nations. His quick and accurate distribution is probably his standout strength.

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2. Aaron Smith - New Zealand

The current incumbent of the New Zealand scrum half position, Smith is the motor of the All Black machine, cajoling and directing traffic from scrum half with his crisp passing. He's formed a frightening half back combination with Beauden Barrett.

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3. Conor Murray - Ireland

His tactical kicking was a major weapon for Warren Gatland's British & Irish Lions in New Zealand. A pivotal figure for the Munster and Ireland — both are different teams when Murray’s not there.

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4. Rhys Webb - Wales

Webb has fully justified his place in the Wales starting fifteen over the past season or so with some eye catching displays. He was also a solid performer for the British & Irish Lions during their tour to New Zealand.