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9. Gary Armstrong (Scotland)
A scrappy and aggressive scrum-half, Armstrong had \u201csheer character and resilience,\u201d says Wilkinson. \u201cHe would deal with everything himself,\u201d providing total control of the game.<\/p>\n
10. Fly-Half Madness (Lynagh, Carter, Larkham, Stransky, Fox)
Wilkinson couldn\u2019t settle on just one! \u201cThis is the key position for any World Cup-winning team,\u201d he says, citing the leadership qualities of Michael Lynagh, Dan Carter, Stephen Larkham, Joel Stransky, and Grant Fox as crucial.<\/p>\n
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12. Tim Horan (Australia)
Horan\u2019s winning mentality stood out to Wilkinson. \u201cHis body language suggested he didn\u2019t know how to fail,\u201d Wilkinson comments. Horan\u2019s ability to rise in the toughest moments made him a must-pick.<\/p>\n
13. Brian O\u2019Driscoll (Ireland)
Described as a game-changer, O\u2019Driscoll had \u201cthe ability to change the game in a heartbeat,\u201d says Wilkinson. His leadership, skill, and rugby brain made him one of the greatest centres ever.<\/p>\n
Back-Three Legends<\/p>\n
11. Jonah Lomu (New Zealand)
A true force of nature, Lomu is a must in any dream team. \u201cNo Rugby World Cup team would be complete without him,\u201d Wilkinson says, summing up the giant winger\u2019s unmatched legacy.<\/p>\n
14. Jason Robinson (England)
Wilkinson credits Robinson for changing games with his explosiveness. \u201cWe wouldn\u2019t have won the World Cup without him,\u201d Wilkinson admits, highlighting Robinson\u2019s pivotal role in England\u2019s 2003 triumph.<\/p>\n
15. Serge Blanco (France)
Blanco brought audacity and flair to French rugby. Wilkinson admired his counter-attacking prowess, saying, \u201cHe typified French rugby at its best.\u201d<\/p>\n
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