All Black first‑five Beauden Barrett, hooker Dane Coles and Ireland forward Jamie Heaslip have been shortlisted for World Rugby player of the year award.
Barrett who has secured the number 10 jersey vacated by Dan Carter had an outstanding season and stamped his dominance on the first‑five position.
He has scored seven tries so far in 2016 and could reach the 50‑test milestone by the end of the year.
Dane Coles who turns 30 next month has started 11 of the All Blacks' tests in 2016 scoring four tries and strengthening his position as the world's number one hooker and captained the Hurricanes to their maiden Super Rugby title.
Ireland forward Jamie Heaslip who was also nominated in 2009 is also in the running for the IRPA Try of the Year for his stunning effort against Italy in this year's Six Nations win.
The winners will be announced on Monday in London.
Source: Radio NZ
