LIST | World Rugby name their SIX best cross-code players of all-time

Here is who they picked in no particular order...

What they said: "Known as ‘Billy Whizz’ for his electric pace and dazzling footwork, the former Wigan and Great Britain RL ace terrified the life out of rugby union defences in an international career that spanned six years (2001-07) and included two Rugby World Cup finals. He scored England’s only try in the 2003 success against Australia and went on two British & Irish Lions tours."

What they Said: "One of a rare breed of cross-coders to succeed as a forward, the no-holds-barred second-rower holds the distinction of being capped by Australia in rugby league and New Zealand in rugby union. After making his name with Brisbane Broncos in rugby league, Thorn enjoyed a highly decorated career in rugby union, winning the Rugby World Cup in 2011."

What they Said: "Came across from Wigan in 2007 and promptly scored with his first touch of the ball on his Northampton debut against London Welsh. Ashton has been a regular across the whitewash ever since with his uncanny ability to be in the right place at the right time, while his ‘Ash-splash’ trademark celebration has added a theatrical flourish to proceedings."

What they said: "The charismatic centre has flip-flopped between the two codes at regular intervals, as well as competing as a heavyweight boxer. Following a highly successful stint at Canterbury Bulldogs, Williams crossed codes for the first time in 2008 to join Toulon, where his offloading ability revolutionised midfield play. However, his union career will be best remembered for his displays for the All Blacks, with whom he joined a select band of players to have won the Rugby World Cup twice. An all-round sporting prodigy."

What they Said: "One of the standout performers at Rugby World Cup 2019. At 1.90m and 110kg Radradra is the size of a back-row forward, yet he plays centre, wing or full-back. Can bump tacklers off or to blast through them with his sheer physical presence, or alternatively, beat them on the outside with his deceptive pace."

What they Said: "Switched to rugby union relatively young, at the tender age of 22, having already played for both Fiji and Australia in international rugby league. The powerfully-built winger scored three tries in Australia’s home Rugby World Cup in 2003, including one in the final defeat to England."