Springboks claim Majority Spots on World Rugby’s 2025 Dream Team
DUBLIN – South Africa’s rugby prowess has been emphatically recognized with a dominant showing in World Rugby’s 2025 Dream team, announced November 25, 2025. Six Springboks players were selected, marking a clear indication of their impact on the year’s performances and solidifying their position as a leading force in international rugby.
The selection, compiled from standout players across the global game, highlights a Springbok contingent in key positions. Thomas du Toit (tighthead prop), Malcolm Marx (hooker), and Ox Nche – the first prop ever nominated for World Rugby Player of the Year – form a formidable front row. Flanker Pieter-Steph du Toit and center Cheslin Kolbe further bolster the South African representation, alongside fly-half Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu. This overwhelming presence underscores the Springboks’ consistent success and individual brilliance throughout the 2025 season.
The Dream Team also features talent from other nations. England’s Maro Itoje and Tadhg Beirne lock the scrum, while Harry Wilson of Australia captains the side from number eight.Tom Curry joins du Toit in the back row, and New Zealand’s Will Jordan and Louis Bielle-Biarrey are named on the wings. Completing the lineup are Huw Jones (Scotland) at center,Len Ikitau (Australia) and Cam Roigard (New Zealand) in the half-back positions.
World Rugby Dream Team in full:
15 Will Jordan
14 Cheslin Kolbe
13 Huw Jones
12 Len Ikitau
11 Louis Bielle-biarrey
10 Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu
9 Cam roigard
8 Harry Wilson
7 Tom Curry
6 Pieter-Steph du Toit
5 Tadhg Beirne
4 Maro itoje
3 Thomas du Toit
2 Malcolm Marx
1 Ox Nche
