As the dust settles on the fifth round of the PREM season, a few standout performances have reshaped the narrative just in time for the international fixtures. Northampton Saints continue to dominate, spearheaded by a scintillating performance from Tommy Freeman, while Harlequins and Bath also posted significant victories. Here's the roll call of those who made the Team of the Week with some truly compelling displays.
At fullback, Tyrone Green celebrated his 100th game for Harlequins with a masterclass against Newcastle, tearing through defense lines to rack up 116 meters from just 10 carries. His dual tries were justly the icing on the cake. On the wing, Tommy Freeman didn't just adapt to his position; he owned it, dazzling with four tries and a monstrous 150 meters from 12 carries in Northampton’s victory.
In the centers, Henry Slade was instrumental for Exeter Chiefs, amassing 22 points through a combination of tries, conversions, and penalties. His performance sends a strong signal to England's selectors, hinting at his readiness for the upcoming internationals. "Slade was exceptional," remarked a team insider.
"It's a timely reminder of his capabilities as we approach the Autumn Nations Series,"
adding to the anticipation of his inclusion. Alongside him, Ollie Lawrence switched to inside center to deliver another robust performance for Bath, making significant yardage with powerful runs.
Moving to the forwards, Henry Pollock put on a number eight masterclass for Northampton, his dynamic play outshining his peers and surely catching the eye of national selectors. His prowess in both attack and defense was evident as he helped his team thwart Saracens. In the scrum, Will Stuart and Tom Dunn for Bath were pivotal, with Stuart’s dominance in the scrum setting a solid foundation for their victory over Bristol.
Finally, on the front row, Scott Sio made a strong statement on his return to the Chiefs, contributing significantly in the scrum and even snagging an assist. His performance was a critical factor in Exeter’s success over Gloucester, underlining his importance to the team’s set-piece strength.
As teams gear up for the international break, performances like these not only highlight individual brilliance but also set the tone for what’s to come in the fiercely competitive landscape of international rugby.
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As the dust settles on the fifth round of the PREM season, a few standout performances have reshaped the narrative just in time for the international fixtures. Northampton Saints continue to dominate, spearheaded by a scintillating performance from Tommy Freeman, while Harlequins and Bath also posted significant victories. Here's the roll call of those who made the Team of the Week with some truly compelling displays.
At fullback, Tyrone Green celebrated his 100th game for Harlequins with a masterclass against Newcastle, tearing through defense lines to rack up 116 meters from just 10 carries. His dual tries were justly the icing on the cake. On the wing, Tommy Freeman didn't just adapt to his position; he owned it, dazzling with four tries and a monstrous 150 meters from 12 carries in Northampton’s victory.
In the centers, Henry Slade was instrumental for Exeter Chiefs, amassing 22 points through a combination of tries, conversions, and penalties. His performance sends a strong signal to England's selectors, hinting at his readiness for the upcoming internationals. "Slade was exceptional," remarked a team insider.
"It's a timely reminder of his capabilities as we approach the Autumn Nations Series,"
adding to the anticipation of his inclusion. Alongside him, Ollie Lawrence switched to inside center to deliver another robust performance for Bath, making significant yardage with powerful runs.Moving to the forwards, Henry Pollock put on a number eight masterclass for Northampton, his dynamic play outshining his peers and surely catching the eye of national selectors. His prowess in both attack and defense was evident as he helped his team thwart Saracens. In the scrum, Will Stuart and Tom Dunn for Bath were pivotal, with Stuart’s dominance in the scrum setting a solid foundation for their victory over Bristol.
Finally, on the front row, Scott Sio made a strong statement on his return to the Chiefs, contributing significantly in the scrum and even snagging an assist. His performance was a critical factor in Exeter’s success over Gloucester, underlining his importance to the team’s set-piece strength.
As teams gear up for the international break, performances like these not only highlight individual brilliance but also set the tone for what’s to come in the fiercely competitive landscape of international rugby.