Scrum-half
Maxime Lucu – Bordeaux-Bègles scrum-half Maxime Lucu is valued by France for his game management and kicking accuracy.
Antoine Dupont – Widely regarded as one of rugby’s greatest players, the French captain stars for Toulouse and has won multiple World Player of the Year awards.
Jamison Gibson-Park – New Zealand-born Gibson-Park represents Ireland and Leinster, bringing tempo and creativity from scrum-half.
Cam Roigard – The Hurricanes and New Zealand scrum-half has emerged as one of the game’s most exciting young playmakers.
Fly-half
Finn Russell – Scottish international Finn Russell orchestrates attacks for Bath and is famous for his flair and inventive passing game.
Matthieu Jalibert – France fly-half Matthieu Jalibert plays for Bordeaux-Bègles and thrives when given freedom to attack.
Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu – The versatile South African back represents the Stormers and is considered one of the country’s brightest talents.
Handré Pollard – Double World Cup-winning Springbok Handré Pollard currently plays for the Bulls and is renowned for his composure under pressure.
Inside Centre
Sione Tuipulotu – Australia-born but Scotland-capped, Tuipulotu captains Glasgow Warriors and provides power and distribution in midfield.
Damian de Allende – The experienced South African centre plays for the Wild Knights in Japan and remains a defensive leader for the Springboks.
Stuart McCloskey – Ulster’s Stuart McCloskey has earned a reputation with Ireland for his direct carrying and physical presence.
Tommaso Menoncello – Italy’s rising star is set to join Toulouse next season and became one of the youngest players to win the Six Nations Player of the Championship award.
Outside Centre
Jesse Kriel – Springbok vice-captain Jesse Kriel plays his club rugby in Japan and is known for his consistency and defensive organisation.
Jordie Barrett – The versatile New Zealander represents the Hurricanes, while remaining a key All Blacks playmaker.
Juan Ignacio Brex – Argentine-born Brex has become a central figure in Italy’s midfield through his intelligent distribution and defence.
Huw Jones – Glasgow Warriors and Scotland centre Huw Jones is a prolific try-scorer with a sharp attacking instinct.