NEWCASTLE FALCONS
Best performer: Chris Harris – The Scottish international never give up the cause, giving everything for the Falcons. In attack he wasn’t afraid to carry, making 10 carries, while in defence he worked hard with 11 tackles.
Worst performer: Will Welch – It was a poor outing from the Falcons, and their skipper, who is usually their star man, highlighted that inaccuracy with three missed tackles. Also made 0 metres from his three carries.
NORTHAMPTON SAINTS
Best performer: Cobus Reinach – The scrum-half has now scored 14 tries in all games this season and he is proving unstoppable in open play. Nobody can catch him if he’s given a few metres headstart; evident by his two tries, 80 metres from six carries and three defenders beaten against Sale. The scrum-half also contributed in defence, making six tackles.
Standing ovation for Cobus Reinach as he leaves the field following a head knock. Walks off on his own unassisted, thankfully.
— Ali Stokes (@alistokesrugby) February 16, 2019
To say he has become a popular man in these parts would be an understatement. Two tries today and a supreme influence.#NORvSAL #GallagherPrem
Worst performer: Dan Biggar – It was hard to highlight anyone as Saints ‘worst’ performer in their compromising 67-17 win but the Welsh fly-half lasted only 20 minutes before succumbing to injury. In that time he made two metres from two carries and missed a tackle. He did score 10 points, but like I said it was tough to pick any player.
SALE SHARKS
Best performer: Jono Ross – Sale were awful. However, the English qualified flanker worked as hard as he could, making 19 tackles. He was also one of the visitors top carriers.
Worst performer: Faf de Klerk – So often Sale’s top performer, he really struggled at Franklin’s Gardens. Conceding two stupid penalties and missing three tackles sums up what was a disappointing display from the Springbok international.