4. Maro Itoje – Captain (38 England caps, British & Irish Lions 2017)
“Developed into a pivotal figure during the 2017 tour in New Zealand too.”
5. James Ryan (26 Ireland caps)
“A future Ireland captain in the making, perhaps even a Lions one.”
6. Tom Curry (23 England caps)
“One of the best players at the most recent World Cup and would be a more-than-worthy Lion.”
7. Justin Tipuric (76 Wales caps, British & Irish Lions 2013, 2017)
“A back-row with phenomenal pace and a superb skill-set.”
8. Billy Vunipola (50 England caps)
“One of the most high-profile and devastatingly talented performers in world rugby for some time.”