7. Christian Wade

Wade’s pace has long been legendary among teammates and coaches. Once he broke the line, very few players could catch him.

6. Jonny May

One of England’s fastest ever players, May’s speed remained elite throughout his career. His ability to hit top pace in open space made him deadly on the counter.

5. Louis Bielle-Biarrey

A modern speed phenomenon, Bielle-Biarrey combines explosive acceleration with instinctive running lines. Even early in his career, he already looks like one of the fastest players the game has seen.

4. Adam Radwan

Radwan is the fastest XVs player in the world today. His straight-line speed and finishing ability make him almost impossible to stop once he’s in space.

3. Carlin Isles

The fastest pure athlete rugby has ever seen. A former sprinter, Isles brought track-level speed to rugby, often making defenders look stationary.

2. Jonah Lomu

No player in history has combined size, power, and speed like Lomu. While others may beat him over short distances, his ability to dominate at pace remains unmatched.

1. Cheslin Kolbe — The Fastest Rugby Player Ever

Kolbe stands alone. His speed is not just about raw pace, but how he moves at full velocity — changing direction, stepping defenders, and finishing under pressure.

What truly sets him apart is control. At top speed, Kolbe still has the balance, vision, and footwork to beat multiple defenders. In the modern game, where space is minimal and margins are razor-thin, Cheslin Kolbe is the ultimate expression of rugby speed.

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