NRL 2022: Team of the decade, Billy Slater, James Tedesco …
NRL 2022: Team of the Decade (2012–2022)
Featuring legends like Billy Slater, Cameron Smith, and James Tedesco
The NRL 2022 “Team of the Decade” honours the players who defined rugby league from 2012 to 2022. It’s no surprise the list is dominated by Queenslanders and multiple premiership winners.
Fullback – Billy Slater / James Tedesco
Slater revolutionized the fullback role, winning two premierships and starring for Queensland. Tedesco, meanwhile, became the game’s most consistent No.1, captaining NSW and the Roosters to success.
Wingers – Josh Addo-Carr & Valentine Holmes
Speed and finishing ability put these two among the elite. Holmes was also deadly in Origin, while Addo-Carr’s pace lit up Storm and Bulldogs matches.
Centres – Greg Inglis & Latrell Mitchell
Inglis was a freakish athlete with brute strength and agility, while Mitchell’s mix of flair and power gave him the edge in tight moments.
Halves – Cooper Cronk (7) & Johnathan Thurston (6)
Both are Immortal-level talents who orchestrated dominant club and Origin runs.
Forwards – Taumalolo, Gallen, Burgess, Cordner, Smith (c)
With Cameron Smith as captain and hooker, the pack is built on work rate, toughness, and elite leadership.
