The scrum midfielders are a key figure in every rugby team, responsible for managing the team's offensive and defensive play through their ability to pass the ball and open openings for the three-quarters. Melee midfielders are able to raise or lower the pace of their team and, consequently, of the game. Here are the five best scrum medians of all time
:- Joost van der Westhuizen: the South African scrum midfielder was one of the strongest and most dreaded players of his time, becoming a pillar of the Springboks national team that won the World Cup in 1995. He also had a successful career with Northern Transvaal and Blue Bulls .
- Gareth Edwards: The Welsh scrum midfielder is considered by many to be the best scrum half of all time. He has won three Grand Slams with the Welsh national team and has also had a successful career with Cardiff and Barbarians as well as representing the British and Irish Lions .
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- Fabien Galthié: The French scrum midfielder was one of the strongest and most versatile players of his time, playing and captaining the French national team and Stade Français with great success. He won three French championships and two European Cups with Stade Français. Today he is the coach of France.
- George Gregan: The Australian scrum midfielder was a key figure in the 1999 World Cup win by the Wallabies. Goegan had a successful career with Brumbies, becoming the player with the most appearances in Super Rugby history
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- Aaron Smith: The New Zealand scrum midfielder is currently one of the strongest players in his role at international level, a staple of the All Blacks and the Highlanders of Super Rugby. He won two World Cups with New Zealand (2011 and 2015) and has earned a reputation as one of the fastest and most cunning melee middlemen
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In conclusion, these five scrum midfielders were the best ever in their role, affecting the world of rugby in their times. Each of them has proven to be a true leader in the field even as a captain.
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