The perfect No 7 is a player of many talents, able to support and carry in attack yet tackle ceaselessly and be first on the scene to secure possession at the breakdown. You will push the boundaries of legality and so need the stealth of a cat burglar as you flit around the field stealing the ball without attracting the referee’s attention. Although one of the smaller forwards, you should have terrific strength over the ball – and you must never stop! Opensides often make good captains as they are at the heart of the action – there are several great leaders in our list.