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Fantasy Rugby World Cup 2025: Expert Picks and Rising Stars to Dominate Your League
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The 2025 Rugby World Cup is captivating fans worldwide, and the Fantasy RWC competition is mirroring that excitement. With free entry, considerable prizes, and the chance to climb a global leaderboard – or create a private league with friends – participation is surging.To help navigate those last-minute roster decisions, renowned women’s rugby commentator Nick Heath shares his insights and team of the week.
Aseza hele: The Evolving South african Star
Heath highlights South Africa’s aseza Hele as a key fantasy pick, noting a notable evolution in her game.”I’ve had the pleasure to watch Aseza play with Harlequins,” Heath explained, “and she has always been an abrasive carrier but not necessarily with the greatest care for the ball.” He emphasizes that her growth lies in recognizing when not to make a carry, a sign of increasing maturity. “She is a confidence player,” Heath continued, “and she can feel the support of all the fans behind her and so when she is carrying into a defender from England or France she is now doing it with the confidence that she can carry through them.”
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Mo Hunt: England’s Orchestrator at Fly-Half
Turning to the England squad,Heath praises Mo Hunt’s exceptional decision-making and pass selection as unparalleled. “Her decision making and pass selection is the best in the world, and she is a player who can unlock any defense,” he stated. “I have a feeling this Black ferns team might have a little more now, with a few star players back, so I think they will get through that semi and beat England in the final.”
A Personal Journey with the World Cup
Heath shared his own connection to the Rugby World Cup, recalling his first experience at the 2010 final. He described how attending the match, alongside family who had a history with the sport, sparked a deeper engagement. This led to commentating on the Red Roses in 2012 and serving as the in-house videographer for England in 2014.
The Golden Era of the Red Roses: 2014
Heath identifies the 2014 England team as the pinnacle of the Red Roses’ success, attributing it to the exceptional leadership of Gary Street and Graham Smith. He described their coaching style as uniquely attuned to the needs
