Super Rugby Countdown Day 13: Best 13s to play Super Rugby

Excellent defenders and decision makers, for day 13 on our countdown, we shift our attention to the best number 13s of Super Rugby.

Conrad Smith (94 caps, 26 tries, 2 World Cups)

-Hurricanes

Smith was an artist. Slight of build but fleet of foot, he would go almost unnoticed in presence until the big play where his passing, footwork or boot consistently unlocked the most robust defences.

Tana Umaga (74 caps, 36 tries)

-Hurricanes & Chiefs

Umaga is widely regarded as one of the best All Blacks three-quarters of all time, beginning his international career on the wing before switching to centre in 2000, where he became one of the best 13s in the world.

Frank Bunce

-Chiefs

The often underrated Frank Bunce was known globally as a hard-hitting, uncompromising tackling machine but he also knew where the try line was.

Sonny Bill Williams

-Crusaders, Chiefs & Blues

One of the stars of the modern game, Sonny Bill Williams, has achieved numerous amazing things in his sporting career. He has been a dual international and a national and international champion across different sports including rugby, league and boxing.

On 4 March, Williams made his 2011 Super Rugby debut for the Crusaders against the Waratahs, scoring a try and setting up another.