Weekly Highlights from the Autumn Nations Series: Standout Performers Recognized
Firing Up the Rugby World: Bet Central's Top 15 Players of the Weekend
The 2024 Autumn Nations Series is giving us some intense, edge-of-your-seat action, and Bet Central is here to give you the lowdown on the weekend's top performers.
15. Tom Wright (Australia)Top fullbacks lit up the pitch this weekend, but none shone brighter than Tom Wright. His counter-attacking skills were breathtaking against England. Even stars like Tom Jordan and Will Jordan had a tough time outshining him.
14. Canan Moodie (South Africa)With a short Test career under his belt, Moodie displayed an impressive repertoire of skills for the Boks. He was a constant threat on attack and showcased great game awareness.
13. Joseph Suaalii (Australia) - Player of the WeekA Test debut for the history books! It's one thing for a rookie to impress, but for it to happen in a rookie's very first game of rugby union is nothing short of extraordinary. Suaalii's natural feel for the game made him look like he'd been playing for years. Watch out, Wallabies fans, great things are on the horizon for this guy!
12. Josua Tuisova (Fiji)Tuisova's return to the Fiji team brought a newfound dominance in midfield. He used his tremendous strength as a ball carrier and showed excellent link-up play.
11. Caleb Clarke (New Zealand)Irish defenders had a tough time dealing with the physical force and technical prowess of Caleb Clarke. It's no wonder; when you've got a guy like this on the wings, the opposition's in for a long day.
10. Caleb Muntz (Fiji)Muntz was on fire against England, scoring 19 of Fiji's 24 points. It's a shame he missed out on last year's World Cup due to an injury just prior. Imagine what he could have done in that tournament as well!
9. Antoine Dupont (France)Dupont showed the skill and tenacity of a generational talent in his first Test of 2024. Despite making a few errors, he was still head and shoulders above the other scrumhalves on display this weekend.
8. Gregory Alldritt (France)2024 might have been a less-than-stellar year for Alldritt, but he showed off near-world-class form against Japan, excelling in both carrying and defense.
7. Fraser McReight (Australia)It's no surprise that McReight was phenomenal yet again, just as he was in the Rugby Championship. His work rate and breakdown skills were crucial against England.
6. Rob Valentini (Australia)In a tight contest for the blindside flank, Valentini emerged as the victor. He demonstrated tremendous skill and determination throughout the match.
5. Emmanuel Meafou (France)Meafou, a colossus of a man, proved his worth against Japan, displaying surprising mobility and ball skills for his size.
4. Eben Etzebeth (South Africa)At 33, Etzebeth showed no signs of slowing down, carrying with reckless abandon and effectively leading his team against Scotland.
3. Thomas du Toit (South Africa)Du Toit impressed with his potential as the next Frans Malherbe, demonstrating his efficiency in scrummaging and versatility in the loose.
2. Asafo Aumua (New Zealand)Aumua's lineout play could use some work, but his mobility, explosiveness, and overall play were a nightmare for the Irish defense.
1. Angus Bell (Australia)In a competition filled with outstanding performances, Bell stood above the rest. He was everywhere, making crucial tackles and producing powerful carries. If there was an award for best forward of the week, Bell would be a unanimous choice!
So, there you have it! The cream of the crop from the 2024 Autumn Nations Series, hand-picked by the experts at Bet Central. Who do you think should make the cut for next week's round-up? Join us again for more rugby action and discussion!
If you're wondering who Scott Barret is, he's a BET Contributor for the article. The term "Editor's Choice" wasn't mentioned explicitly in the article, but it's inferred that these are the players selected by the editorial team as standouts for the weekend.
Sports enthusiasts, did you catch the outstanding performances in the rugby world this weekend? Kurt Moodie of South Africa stands out with his impressive skills, constantly posing a threat on attack and showcasing great game awareness. In Australia, rugby fans are excited about the debut of Joseph Suaalii who played excellently in his first rugby union game, impressing everyone with his natural feel for the game. Despite making a few errors, Antoine Dupont shone in France with his skill and tenacity, demonstrating why he is considered a generational talent. Rugby fans, don't miss Scott Barret's article on Bet Central for more discussions on the top players of the weekend!
