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Just my definition but I think world class means would make at least 4 of the top 6 countries in the world. NZ, SA, Aus, Eng, France, Wales
Making a World XV/22 wouldn't be world class but world's best.
There's a reason Shannon Walker mostly comes off the bench. Of course not everyone is a breakdown specialist, but SBW who is slow and not a full on playmaker would have to be.
You're kidding, Forbes is a breakdown specialist (plays 7 in the 15s) and is supremely fit. There's no way SBW goes well at 7s. If you're slow (which SBW would be classified as in 7s) you better be good at the ruck area and be fit.
Really which ones were that? He was the most dangerous back along with Ioane in the semi and the only one he could hold their head high vs Ireland.
The reason I'm going back to 2010 and 2011 is because in 2012 he barely played due to a serious injury and in 2013 was moved around everywhere...
I think he could make it for two reasons, he has a high workrate for a prop and he's bloody skillful and quick. Think Billy Vunipola but not as big but quicker. He could be outstanding.