"Electric" - 5 England Six Nations hopefuls who impressed this weekend

This weekend, a number of players delivered eye-catching performances, strengthening their cases for international involvement. Here, we assess five England hopefuls whose form stood out as selection decisions edge ever closer.

Few players in the Prem are finishing as well as Leicester Tigers’ flying winger right now. In the 36–28 win over Saracens, he crossed twice to keep his side firmly in the play-off race, blending searing pace with unexpected power and grit.

The acrobatic corner finish is fast becoming his trademark, adding another spectacular dive reminiscent of his Superman-style score in last season’s semi-final against Sale Sharks. His second try came courtesy of a sharp intercept, and once he broke clear, the chase was hopeless. Simply electric.

With six Prem tries already this season, the form he carried from Newcastle Falcons has only intensified since arriving at Welford Road. Despite his impact, England recognition remains elusive — though performances like this continue to make that omission harder to justify.

A statement performance from Northampton Saints’ second row saw him push his case not just for England selection, but for a starting role. Saints ran in ten tries against Harlequins, with their lock grabbing a remarkable hat-trick to help send them back to the top of the table.

Having taken a major step forward in 2025 at both club and international level, he has carried that confidence straight into the new year. Six tries in nine appearances underline his attacking threat, while his physicality and work rate remain his greatest strengths.

He also impressed during the Quilter Nations Series, never looking out of place on the Test stage — a clear indication that he is ready for more responsibility at international level.

Breaking into England’s fly-half picture is no easy task, but recent performances have ensured his name is at least being discussed. The display against Saracens was outstanding, with the Leicester playmaker producing a near-flawless performance.

He opened the scoring with a clever grubber from close range that Freddie Steward finished, before later setting up another with a perfectly weighted kick out wide for Adam Radwan. Those moments of brilliance were matched by calm, intelligent game management throughout.

Acting as the heartbeat of a slick Tigers attack, he left the field to a deserved ovation late on, having controlled the contest from start to finish.

Consistency has long been his calling card, and another powerful showing came in Bath’s dramatic last-gasp win over Exeter Chiefs. The back-rower was dominant in the collision, repeatedly halting opposition carriers and imposing himself physically.

There was finesse alongside the physicality, too, with a first-half kick from halfway into the 22 sending the Exeter defence scrambling. His influence was reflected in the minutes played — the only starting back-row forward to remain on the field for the full 80.

England’s back-row depth is formidable, but sustained form like this continues to strengthen his case for a recall.

Reliability is quickly becoming his defining trait. The Leicester hooker delivered another assured performance against Saracens, strengthening his claim to be included in England’s Six Nations plans.

Strong defensive work early on helped defuse pressure, while his lineout throwing was accurate and consistent, providing a stable platform for his side. With Theo Dan struggling for form, the race for the third hooker spot is opening up.

If current trends continue, he could find himself in the conversation behind Luke Cowan-Dickie and Jamie George.