Golden Oldies XV

 With all the talk of the RWC bringing back memories and heartache and hope we take a chance to look at those that are 35 years or older and still playing the game. Here is our Old Crocks XV

1. Wyatt Crockett (36)
2. Schalk Brits (37)
3. John Afoa (35)

Ben Franks and Davit Zirakashvili narrowly miss out on the side with the dynamic Schalk Brits flanked by two Kiwi greats.

4. Iosefa Tekori (35)
5. Donnacha Ryan (35)

Power lock pairing that is not short of big hits, huge carries and line out wins. Both Tekori and Ryan are playing in France and will likely face off against each other this weekend in the Champions Cup Quarter Final on Sunday.

6. George Smith (38)
7. Schalk Burger (35)
8. Sergio Parisse (35)

Nick Williams just misses out on a loose trio that will strike fear into many a team with 3 legends of the game together to cause havoc. An Aussie, Saffa and Italian walk into a bar...

9.   Ruan Pienaar (35)
10. Dan Carter (37)

Plenty of international caps and points in this half back pairing. With Pienaar and Carter directing things the forwards and backs will be happy throughout the game.

12. Matt Giteau (36)
13. Ma'a Nonu (36)

Skill speed spatial awareness along with the ability to crash it up makes this one of the deadliest midfield combinations out.

11. Vereniki Goneva (37)
14. Davis Strettle (35)
15. Adam Ashley-Cooper (35)

All of this back 3 have the ability to spot and take any gap given to them with unique finishing skills