Henry Slade shines as Chiefs power on, Nathan Hughes's act of kindness, Finn Russell's perfect 16, Matt Banahan chasing a record and Barrett-esque magic from Henry Trinder
Flying Saint: Ahsee Tuala collides with the corner flag during Northampton's 40-25 win at London IrishHenry Slade back to his best, respect for Nathan Hughes and Henry Trinder's moment of magic – all feature in the weekend's talking points
England win an epic in Argentina after late Denny Solomona try, Scotland show Gregor Townsend's hallmark in Singapore and Israel Folau ends his try drought for Australia
Focused: George Ford takes a selfie with fans after his superb performance for England in Argentina (Getty)England win an epic in Argentina, a winning start for new Scotland coach Gregor Townsend and Israel Folau ends his try drought for Australia
Scotland came from behind to produce a stirring second-half performance at they defeated Wales for the first time in a decadeFinisher: Tim Visser rounds the Welsh defence to score Scotland's second tryIn a nutshell Wales were convincingly beaten by a stirring Scotland second-half performance left the Murrayfield masses on their feet …Continue reading »
It might be the panto season, but round four of the European Champions Cup and Challenge Cup served up the best entertainment you would wish to see. Who were the heroes who stole the show, and who were the biggest villains?Creative spark: Finn Russell (headband) offloads to Tommy Seymour during his stellar display (Pic: AFP)THE SAINTS Finn Russell With Johnny Sexton, George Ford and Owen Farrell all strong options for the Lions, Finn Russell …Continue reading »
The action is hotting up as we reach the mid-point of the pool stages in the European Champions Cup and Challenge Cup. Who excelled themselves and who had a weekend to forget?Park run: Jamison Gibson-Park sprints in for Leinster's bonus-point try (Photo: Inpho).The Saints Jamison Gibson-Park Leinster’s Kiwi scrum-half is a hero for his province after he conjured their bonus-point try out …Continue reading »
