Rugby's Greatest World XV of All Time

🏉 Discover the ultimate showdown in rugby history with our video, "Rugby's Greatest World XV of All Time!" This captivating analysis dives into the most iconic players who have ever graced the rugby field, showcasing a dream team that combines skill, power, and unforgettable moments. Join us as we explore legendary players, from the unstoppable force of Jonah Lomu to the tactical brilliance of Dan Carter, who defined eras and changed the game forever. Prepare for surprises as we reveal unexpected picks and omissions that will spark debates among fans and experts alike, breaking down key statistics and achievements that solidify these players' places in rugby history.

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⏱️ Timestamps
00:34 - Os du Randt
01:01 - Keith Wood
01:55 - Jason Leonard
02:27 - Eben Etzebeth
03:12 - John Eales
03:40 - Michael Jones
04:40 - Richie McCaw
05:13 - Zinzan Brooke
06:03 - Antoine Dupont
07:00 - Dan Carter
07:45 - Jonah Lomu
08:30 - Tim Horan
09:10 - Brian O'Driscoll
09:40 - David Campese
10:17 - Serge Blanco
10:54 - Impact Bench
(Sean Fitzpatrick, Carl Hayman, Tendai Mtawarira, David Pocock, Martin Johnson, Gareth Edwards, Jonny Wilkinson, Bryan Habana)
14:05 - Teamsheet
14:17 - Honourable mentions

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[rugbybuzz]

How does our XV match up to yours? Anyone we've missed who you think must be in the squad? 👇

[JohanSchmidt]

Excluded both NZ and SA player of the century ….. Colin Meads & Frik du Preez. Change your title to best XV in professional era

[Mat-t-]

Pretty good selection but very surprised to not see Cullen in there

[ianmarks]

I think you have to go with a player’s highlight reel and no 9 comes close to Sir Gareth and that was in an era when there were a lot fewer international matches. The same can be said for Danny Gerber. He’s the most balanced powerful runner I’ve ever seen. Also there have been plenty of New Zealand and South African props better than Jason Leonard. All my opinion but I believe I could justify these with visual proof. 1 other thing, Christian Cullen is the greatest 15 I’ve ever seen even though I rated Blanco highly.

[zepaddy]

As a Frenchman I'd say Dupont is on track but Gareth Edwards has his legacy already, Dupont hasn't finished his (promising) career yet.

[Gazzabondi]

Christian Cullen should have been there. Really hard to pick mover the eras too. The game has changed so much since it went professional

[James-loi]

JPR Williams .J Kirwan. D Gerber M.Gibson .D Campese. H Porta . G Edwards. My opinion of the best backs I've seen.❤

[JohnWilliams-fkhb]

Amateur era alone you could pick so many .

Jpr Williams, Blanco, Gerald davies, David Duckham, O reilly, John Kirwin, Carel Du plessis, David Campo, JJ Williams, this is just a few at 15 and 14.

[benmalan]

Fourie du Preez was a rugby genius and the best no. 9 of all time by a mile. (And you don't even mention him.) 🤣🤣🤣

[Henry-gen]

Danie Gerber 13 Naas Botha 10 Joost vd Westhuizen 9 Carel du Plessis Frik du Preez 4 Jan Ellis nr 7 Os du Randt Mof Myburgh Best 8 Bob Skinstadt Ray Mordt those guys are best

[Rafiqi]

Gerber at 13, Cullen at 15, Van der Westheisan at 9...and I know a controversial one...but Jonathan Davies at 10

[warlord]

Having grown up watching Barry John, Phil Bennet and "Jiffy" Davies, I could never understand the fuss over Wilkinson. I suspect it's because Rob Andrew played so many matches for England. When you've been beating your head against a brick wall, it's lovely when you stop.

[christoels]

obviously, you have never heard of Danie Gerber. Look at the conversion rates of both Danie Gerber and BOD, and then make an informed decision.

[FrikkieduPlessis-kqew]

Did you forget Naas Botha, Danie Gerber, Bryan Habana...To name a few

[mondlimchunu]

Cannot believe John Eales cracks the nod at no 5, instead of the Rugby God, Victor Matfield. Matfield was a lineout savant. There has never been a better line out forward. He was sneaky useful around the park too, he had a decent work rate. Without a doubt one of the first names on any Greatest XV.

[lestrem]

Ridiculous. No JPR, Gareth Edwards and Barry John. These played on pitches that were 6 inches of mud.

[maxkazzora]

A few names to ponder : Josh Kronfeld/ Sia Kelisi/ as flank fowards. How dare you didn’t choose : Wayne Buck Shelford as best nos8. Zinfandel would have been my deputy. Shame on you for not also choosing Gareth Edward’s as scrum half. And Phil Bennet. Otherwise you chose well.

[warrenmuller]

At least 9 changes to your starting XV.
15. Christian Cullen.
14. Israel Folua
13. Danie Gerber.
12. M'aa Nonu
09. Gareth Edwards.
08. Kieran Reid.
06. Pieter Steph du Toit
05. Sam Whitelock
03. Owen Franks.

On bench bring in: Malcom Marx; Joost Van der Westhuizen; Victor Matfield; Beauden Barrett

[JMoondog]

Any list that doesn't put Christian Cullen in the 15 jersey is invalid. He is literally the best fullback there has ever been

[henryjamesnigel]

Please tell me JPR Williams is on the list.