I guess with the quality we have back row is a preference for most people (including myself) but I'll make a case.

For me although SOB plays with a 7 on his back, he is playing 6 with great breakdown skills. That is something we would need against the all blacks. I just think his link work and carrying would be vital if we want to beat the all blacks.

While I like what I've seen of stander I just don't see him being a top star like SOB can be. Preference though.

As for tuipric, I think he's the best 7 around in the home nations at the moment. I know Hardie is pushing a great case, Haskell is a 6 and Warberton just isn't that good. It's his pace, link work and general 7 play I like.

But then I wouldn't mind SOB at 7 and Itoje or Henderson at 6 either, although it might lack pace.

Or Falateu at 6 and billy at 8.

The choices are endless but it will all be about a great combination.