Super Rugby Top Performers

We take a look at the Top Performers from the Super Rugby matches between the Highlanders and Brumbies as well as the Australian derby between the Waratahs and Reds.

Ben Smith

The All Black fullback was sensational for the Highlanders whether it was in defence, attack or in the air.

On defence he made all 3 of his defence tackles made clever kicks and managed 3 turnovers.

On attack, he gained 132 running metres beat 4 defenders and made two clean breaks on his way to scoring two tries.

Tom Franklin

Another busy game for Franklin in the middle of the Highlanders pack.

He made 19 tackles and carried the ball 5 times. He hit plenty of rucks and was solid in the lineout.

David Pocock

Another week, another standout performance from David Pocock.

His work at the breakdown saw him make 3 turnovers and won a number of penalties for the Brumbies.

He also carried the ball 12 times, making 31 metres and completed one offload.

He also made 7 tackles. 

Ash Dixon

Dixon made a massive impact off the bench for the Highlanders as his side went on to score 4 tries in the 2nd half.

He made 12 tackles in 36 minutes and was credited with a try assist with a lovely pass to Shannon Frizell.

Michael Wells

Wells had an impressive 60 minutes for the Waratahs, he made 13 tackles and one turnover.

On attack, he carried the ball 5 times making 50 running metres and assisted Jake Gordon for the first try of the match.

Kurtley Beale 

Another great performance by Beale. 

He racked up 90 running metres beat one defender and made one clean break.

Operating as a first receiver for a lot of the game Beale put a number of players into space as the Waratahs secured a bonus point victory. 

Taqele Naiyaravoro

Naiyaravoro scored another double for the Waratahs!

He racked up 185 running metres, beat 8 defenders and made 5 clean breaks and 6 offloads.

Michael Hooper

Hooper leading from the front for the Waratahs making 19 tackles and 2 turnovers for the Waratahs.

He did well in the breakdown as well winning a few important penalties for the home side.