Two Springboks are among the four players shortlisted for the 2022-23 Premiership Player of the Season award.
The Premiership on Friday announced the four-player shortlist for the award, voted for by a panel of media professionals.
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Springbok No 8 Jasper Wiese (Leicester Tigers) and flyhalf Rob du Preez (Sale Sharks) have been joined by England captain Owen Farrell and England and Bath centre Ollie Lawrence.
“Jasper has been phenomenal for Leicester,” said BBC Rugby Union Correspondent Chris Jones. “The league’s top carrier for six rounds in a row is a remarkable statistic and the power and go-forward he brings has been influential in Tigers’ ongoing winning streak.
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— Leicester Tigers (@LeicesterTigers) April 25, 2023
“Rob really impressed the panel this season, excelling at both flyhalf and in the midfield as the Sharks secured their first home semi-final since 2005-06. He has been a regular presence in a strong Sale side and is incredibly deserving of a spot on the shortlist.
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— SA Rugby magazine (@SARugbymag) January 24, 2023
“It is a very strong shortlist, with some quality players unfortunate to miss out, and we look forward to seeing the winner crowned at the Premiership Rugby Awards in London on May 10.”
Premiership Player of the Year nominees:
Rob du Preez – Sale Sharks
Owen Farrell – Saracens
Ollie Lawrence – Bath Rugby
Jasper Wiese – Leicester Tigers
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