"Unplayable" - Four England hopefuls who impressed in the opening Premiership round

The number 8, who had previously been a strong contender to represent England at the World Cup but was ultimately excluded in July, delivered an outstanding performance as Gloucester staged a thrilling comeback to secure a dramatic 29-28 victory against Harlequins in the season opener at Kingsholm. He was deservedly named an of the match.

Hodge demonstrated his potential to become a future England star, showcasing his skills as the revamped Exeter team scored a remarkable 11 tries. They handed the reigning Premiership champions, Saracens, a historic defeat at Sandy Park, starting their season in impressive fashion. The former England U20 player left Saracens struggling to keep up with his exceptional speed, smooth running, and impressive finishing abilities, resulting in a record-breaking loss for the visiting team in the Premiership.

The captain's impressive three tires paved the way for Bath to secure a 34-26 victory in their opening game of the Premiership season against Newcastle. On a day when Scotland's renowned player Finn Russell made his debut for Bath as a substitute, the spotlight was also shared with Spencer's standout performance.

The rapid-paced player registered a pair of tries, propelling the Bears to a 25-14 triumph over the Leicester Tigers at Ashton Gate on Friday evening. His electrifying and tireless performance earned him a well-deserved Man of the Match title.