Rugby league is set to to name its ninth Immortal in August, and the NRL compiled a list of the 10 candidates in line to receive the honour.

The player named to the will join an illustrious group featuring Reg Gasnier, Clive Churchill, John Raper, Bob Fulton, Graeme Langlands, Wally Lewis, Arthur Beetson and Andrew Johns.

In no order, here is the NRL's shortlist of the legends who are in line to become the ninth Immortal, courtesy of nrl.com.

5. Duncan Hall

Duncan Hall was a star front-rower who made two appearances for the Kangaroos, and helped the Aussies end a 30-year Ashes losing streak in 1950. The 'man of the match' honour in the Intrust Super Cup is named after the legend.