The guys over at New Arena have ranked the top 25 players of all-time - and the results are controversial to say the least.
The Top 25 Rugby Players of All-Time
#25. Sean Fitzpatrick (New Zealand)
#24. Phillipe Sella (France)
#23. Gavin Hastings (Scotland)
#22. Jonny Wilkinson (England)
#21. JPR Williams (Wales)
#20. Keith Wood (Ireland)
#19. George Gregan (Australia)
#18. Martin Johnson (England)
#17. Willie John McBride (Ireland)
#16. Paul O'Connell (Ireland)
Paul O'Connell of Ireland seen during the Rugby World Cup Pool D match between Italy v Ireland at The Stadium, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park on Oct 4th 2015 in London - Photo mandatory by-line: Graeme Truby/Pinnacle - Tel: +44(0)1363 881025 - Mobile:0797 1270 681 - VAT Reg No: 183700120 - SPORT - International Rugby
#15. Sergio Parisse (Italy)
#14. Shane Williams (Wales)
#13. Serge Blanco (France)
#12. Aaron Smith (New Zeland)
#11. Michael Hooper (Australia)
Michael Hooper of Australia has try disallowed under pressure from Chris Robshaw of England during the Old Mutual Wealth Series match, between England and Australia at Twickenham Stadium, London , UK, on the 18th November 2017.(Photo:Dean Lancaster/PPAUK)
#10. Schalk Burger (South Africa)
Scorer of the winning try Fourie du Preez (South Africa, captain, 9) celebrates at the final whistle with Schalk Burger (South Africa). South Africa v Wales. Quarter Final 1. Rugby World Cup 2015. Twickenham Stadium. London. England. UK. PHOTO: Mandatory by-line: Garry Bowden/SIPPA/Pinnacle - Tel: +44(0)1363 881025 - Mobile:0797 1270 681 - VAT Reg No: 183700120 - 171015
#9. Michael Jones (New Zealand)
#8. Brian O'Driscoll (Ireland)
#7. David Campese (Australia)
#6. Percy Montgomery (South Africa)
#5. Richie McCaw (New Zealand)
#4. Gareth Edwards (Wales)
#3. David Pocock (Australia)
#2. Dan Carter (New Zealand)
#1. Jonah Lomu (New Zealand)
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