3. Maro Itoje
Itoje is an English rugby union player known for his versatility as a lock and flanker. Playing for Saracens and England, he’s celebrated for his athleticism, leadership, and on-field intelligence. Itoje has won multiple Premiership and European titles, and has been instrumental in England’s international successes.
NIGEL OWENS SAID: “The second-row is someone who plays right on the edge. That is what makes him such a great player. He must be so difficult to play against but he’s also difficult to referee and I mean that with the utmost respect.”
“You don’t want him to change the way he plays but he needs to pick and choose when he gambles on the situation and when he doesn’t. And understand better those moments when you are under pressure and knowing when, if you take a risk and get it wrong, you will land your team in real trouble.”
DID YOU KNOW? As a schoolboy, Itoje played several sports including basketball, football, rugby and athletics, representing England at U17 level in shot put