#2. Ben Spencer (Bath Rugby)
Captain Ben Spencer was at the heart of Bath’s impressive display against Saints, earning the man-of-the-match award with a try, a try assist, and his trademark influence at the gainline.
His performance caught the eye of England head coach Steve Borthwick, who was watching from the stands.
With Northampton’s Alex Mitchell unavailable due to injury, Spencer seized the moment, delivering the kind of performance that has become his hallmark in recent seasons.
While other scrum halves may have greater flair on the international stage, none are as consistently vital to their team as Spencer.
“For him to come and deliver that performance was special,” Bath head coach Johann van Graan said. “Ben is a winner, and since he became captain, he’s only improved. He has big dreams in international rugby, but he’s completely focused on leading Bath.”
#3. Ted Hill (Bath Rugby)
Flanker Ted Hill, another player under Borthwick’s watchful eye, made his presence felt throughout the match. Hill, who joined Bath in 2022 after the collapse of Worcester, capped off an impressive first half with a try, showcasing his athleticism and work rate across the field.
Despite not featuring in Borthwick’s plans for England’s upcoming tour, Hill’s performance against Northampton, including his impactful running and solid defence, will have undoubtedly given the England coach something to think about.