10. Richie Mo’unga (New Zealand)
Bio: Richie Mo’unga is a talented fly-half for New Zealand, celebrated for his playmaking skills and tactical awareness. He has been a pivotal figure for the All Blacks, providing creativity and control in the backline.
9. Antoine Dupont (France)
Bio: Antoine Dupont is widely regarded as the best scrum-half in the world, known for his exceptional all-round talent, including his passing, kicking, and running game. Dupont’s ability to change the course of a game with his intelligence and skill has made him a standout performer for France. Quote from Wales Online: “Missed the Six Nations this year to focus on the Olympics, but it paid off as he delivered gold, while he also delivered for Toulouse. Unmatched in terms of all-round talent, his knack of bending the shape of a game to his liking borders on scary.”
1. Ox Nche (South Africa)
Bio: Ox Nche is a formidable loosehead prop for South Africa, known for his strength in the scrum and mobility around the field. His physicality and technique have made him a key component of the Springbok pack.
2. Dan Sheehan (Ireland)
Bio: Dan Sheehan is a dynamic hooker for Ireland, combining speed, strength, and skill. Despite his recent knee injury, Sheehan has established himself as a top-tier player in world rugby. Quote from Wales Online: “Built like a back and boasting the speed to match, the Ireland star has firmly established himself as the best hooker in world rugby. Unfortunately, he’s now facing some time on the sidelines after a serious knee injury earlier this summer.”
3. Tadhg Furlong (Ireland)
Bio: Tadhg Furlong is one of the most skilled tighthead props in world rugby. Known for his strong scrummaging and ball-carrying ability, Furlong is a crucial player for Ireland, bringing power and stability to the front row.
