8. He holds a Gallagher PREM carrying record
According to Oval Insights, Pollock averaged more metres carried per 80 minutes than any back-row player in Premiership history.
9. He was Northampton’s youngest professional-era try scorer
Pollock became Saints’ youngest try scorer of the professional era when he crossed the whitewash during the early stages of his career.
10. He’s one of rugby’s biggest personalities
Whether it’s his celebrations, confidence or social media presence, Pollock has become one of the sport’s most recognisable young stars.
11. He comes from a family of elite athletes
Sport runs through the Pollock family. His mother, Hester, was a national-level triathlete, while his father John also competed at a high level.
12. His sister is a rising athletics star
Pollock’s sister, Zoe, is making a name for herself in the United States as a talented 400m hurdler at the University of Georgia.
13. He could have played for Scotland
Despite becoming an England international, Pollock qualified for Scotland through both of his parents.
14. He started out as a scrum-half
Before becoming one of the most exciting back-row forwards in world rugby, Pollock actually began his rugby journey at scrum-half.
15. He’s already worth millions
Following his Northampton Saints contract extension, England enhanced elite contract and several lucrative sponsorship agreements, Pollock’s net worth is believed to be between £1.5 million and £2 million.
At just 21 years of age, Pollock is already breaking records and collecting silverware. If his current trajectory continues, the Northampton and England star could go on to become one of the defining players of his generation.
QUIZ: Can you name every Premiership winning captain since 2000?
Think you know your rugby history? This quiz will test your memory and knowledge of the game’s leaders — your task is simple: name every Premiership Rugby–winning captain since 2000.
From legendary skippers who lifted multiple trophies to surprise champions who made history, see if you can recall them all. Get ready to scrum down and show off your Premiership pedigree!
Quiz: Name these 10 retro rugby players
From jaw-dropping tries to unforgettable moments (and yes, some questionable haircuts), these players defined a golden era of the game. If their names don’t instantly come to mind, we suggest a quick trip to YouTube to jog your memory. Trust us, it’s worth it.
Ready to test your knowledge? Let’s see if you’ve still got it. Good luck!
