#4. Henry Slade (Exeter Chiefs)
Henry Slade continued on with his fine form this past weekend, and once again produced the goods when it mattered the most.
In a mirror image of Exeter’s last-ditch win against Gloucester from three weeks ago, Slade stepped up to the tee to nail the match-winning kick in the closing moments. Slade has well and truly thrown his hat into the ring for a return to the England squad, after missing out on the Rugby World Cup.
The centre is a leading contender for Joe Marchant’s outside centre vacancy, and had a classy showing in Toulon.
Slade ran the show in the centre of the park, and sent his forwards on thumping carries over the gain-line. The 30-year-old also backed himself to go alone, and has formed a nice midfield partnership with Welsh young gun Joe Hawkins. Slade’s two slotted conversions were crucial for the win at the Stade Mayol, with the Chiefs recording a memorable victory.
An honourable Exeter mention is in order for Harvey Skinner, as the fly half scored a try to remember following a well-timed interception. Also, Max Norey made good on his Champions Cup debut, as the hooker powered over for a try which set up the dramatic finale.