TOP 12 PERFORMERS

As the domestic season reaches its finale, we take a look at some of the players who have stood out

- ANDY WRIGHT

WHICH PLAYERS have set our pulses racing this season? So, so many. But for the sake of expediency, we’ve picked a dream dozen who have stamped their footprint irrepressibly on the campaign. 

Some, like rocketing star Immanuel Feyi-Waboso, would surely be in everyone’s list. Others are more left-field. All have the stats – courtesy of Oval – to back up their selection in our list.

So see what you tyeahhink of our top 12. Whether you agree or not, we’d love to hear your thoughts. Email us at [e-mail].

Fin Smith
Northampton Saints & England

“He is absolutely in the conversation to start at ten for England in the coming years.” The words of Brian O’Driscoll after Smith destroyed Sarries in March. The 22-year-old set up three of the five tries that day and was seven from seven off the tee – his 132 points by mid-May put him in the frame for Prem top scorer.

For all the talk of whether Marcus Smith or George Ford will inherit the fly-half role for England from Owen Farrell, Fin Smith’s credentials grow by the game.

His timing of pass is sublime. He can unlock defences with a simple pause, a skill few possess. It’s why he ranks first in break assists in the Premiership.

In a sense, he’s a bit of a hybrid of Ford and Marcus Smith. What a problem for Steve Borthwick to have…

Ellie Kildunne
Harlequins & England