Nine rounds deep into the 2025/26 PREM season, and the drama is as intense at the halfway mark as it is at the climax. Northampton Saints lead the charge, flaunting an enviable record of seven wins and a draw, closely tailed by formidable squads from Bath, Exeter Chiefs, and Bristol Bears. Meanwhile, the relegation scrap thickens with Newcastle Red Bulls, Gloucester, and Harlequins barely a breath apart. Without further ado, let's dive into the players who've made the Team of the Season thus far!
At fullback, George Hendy of Northampton Saints has been nothing short of spectacular, carving defenses open and rocketing up England's selection order. Tommy Freeman, another Saint, has morphed into an unstoppable force, leading the try and linebreak charts, a testament to his evolved game as a British and Irish Lions tourist.
"Tommy has been absolutely monumental, a real game-changer for us,"
noted a team coach.
In the centers, Henry Slade from Exeter Chiefs has rediscovered his magic touch, topping the points tally with his revamped playmaking abilities. His teammate, Immanuel Feyi-Waboso, has bounced back from injury, terrorizing defenses and racking up impressive stats in tries, meters made, and defenders beaten.
The fly-half spot is owned by George Ford of Sale Sharks, whose performances are a masterclass in rugby intelligence and precision, despite his team's shaky form. Northampton's scrum-half Alex Mitchell sets the pace in the nine jersey, his rapid distribution and sniping runs making him the assist king so far.
Into the forwards, Tom Willis from Saracens has been the league's standout, dominating in carries, defenders beaten, and offloads. His absence will be felt, as hinted by the somber words from Steve Borthwick, "Losing Tom to France is a huge blow; he's been the best player in the league."
Bristol Bears' flankers Fitz Harding and Miles Reid have each stepped up, leading tackling and turnover counts, pushing their cases for England selection. In the engine room, Northampton's Alex Coles and Exeter's Dafydd Jenkins are the linchpins, offering both grit and flair.
Up front, Gabe Oghre of Bristol Bears has been a revelation at hooker, combining slick skills with hardcore forward play, leading the league in lineout success. Ellis Genge, also from Bristol, rounds off the team with his bulldozing runs and solid scrummaging, epitomizing the term 'formidable'.
As the season progresses, these players not only define their teams but also set the standards for excellence in the league. Their performances speak volumes, promising an even more thrilling second half of the PREM season.
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Nine rounds deep into the 2025/26 PREM season, and the drama is as intense at the halfway mark as it is at the climax. Northampton Saints lead the charge, flaunting an enviable record of seven wins and a draw, closely tailed by formidable squads from Bath, Exeter Chiefs, and Bristol Bears. Meanwhile, the relegation scrap thickens with Newcastle Red Bulls, Gloucester, and Harlequins barely a breath apart. Without further ado, let's dive into the players who've made the Team of the Season thus far!
At fullback, George Hendy of Northampton Saints has been nothing short of spectacular, carving defenses open and rocketing up England's selection order. Tommy Freeman, another Saint, has morphed into an unstoppable force, leading the try and linebreak charts, a testament to his evolved game as a British and Irish Lions tourist.
"Tommy has been absolutely monumental, a real game-changer for us,"
noted a team coach.In the centers, Henry Slade from Exeter Chiefs has rediscovered his magic touch, topping the points tally with his revamped playmaking abilities. His teammate, Immanuel Feyi-Waboso, has bounced back from injury, terrorizing defenses and racking up impressive stats in tries, meters made, and defenders beaten.
The fly-half spot is owned by George Ford of Sale Sharks, whose performances are a masterclass in rugby intelligence and precision, despite his team's shaky form. Northampton's scrum-half Alex Mitchell sets the pace in the nine jersey, his rapid distribution and sniping runs making him the assist king so far.
Into the forwards, Tom Willis from Saracens has been the league's standout, dominating in carries, defenders beaten, and offloads. His absence will be felt, as hinted by the somber words from Steve Borthwick, "Losing Tom to France is a huge blow; he's been the best player in the league."
Bristol Bears' flankers Fitz Harding and Miles Reid have each stepped up, leading tackling and turnover counts, pushing their cases for England selection. In the engine room, Northampton's Alex Coles and Exeter's Dafydd Jenkins are the linchpins, offering both grit and flair.
Up front, Gabe Oghre of Bristol Bears has been a revelation at hooker, combining slick skills with hardcore forward play, leading the league in lineout success. Ellis Genge, also from Bristol, rounds off the team with his bulldozing runs and solid scrummaging, epitomizing the term 'formidable'.
As the season progresses, these players not only define their teams but also set the standards for excellence in the league. Their performances speak volumes, promising an even more thrilling second half of the PREM season.