Catalans In this article I’m going to present the top 20 performing Super league players of the 2019 campaign.One of the unsung heroes of runaway leaders St Helens, Morgan Knowles is one of the most underrated but valuable players in the competition. 18 Rugby league is an entertaining, brutal and intense game that requires physical fitness, mental strength, tactical awareness, toughness, power, speed, aggression and so much more. FT A physically dominant athlete, Thompson has consistently laid the likes of Jonny Lomax, Theo Fages and Lachlan Coote a terrific platform throughout 2019, making big yards, winning collisions and playing the ball quickly on a regular basis. 18:30 During his eighteen appearances of 2019, Roby’s distribution, defensive work rate and composure under pressure has been consistently brilliant. Thompson, along with his partner in crime Walmsley are two of the biggest reasons why Saints have been so dominant this season.

FT Warrington He played a huge part in St Helens’ mesmerising 40-10 semi-final win over local rivals Wigan Warriors.One of Super League’s best and most consistent forwards, Josh Jones has enjoyed an outstanding season, averaging 121 metres, 25 tackles and 16 carries per game during a campaign in which he made 28 appearances. The leader and talisman of Wakefield Trinity, Fifita won two or three games for his team during the opening half of the campaign almost single-handedly with his aggression, power and never-say-die attitude. St Helens

Due to his great friend Hastings departing the Red Devils at the end of the season, Lussick could be viewed as Salford’s main man next year. There are still question marks over whether he can be trusted to behave regarding a Great Britain call-up, but there is little doubt the former Man of Steel has delivered on the pitch this season. FT On Sky Due to his good rugby brain and great awareness, he is able to apply his pace and power better than most players and is therefore one of the most effective runners in the competition, despite probably not being one of the quickest. 13:00 An experienced player with good ball skills and the ability and fitness to consistently run good lines throughout the full 80 minutes of a game, Farrell is one of the best forwards in Super League.A fast and agile centre with breath-taking finishing ability, Gildart’s end product throughout 2019 has been efficient, scoring 12 tries and making 11 assists so far. On Sky His defence has also been outstanding, boasting a tackle success rate of 94%.Never far from off-field controversy, this year was dubbed by many as Hardaker’s last chance. Top of the charts for assists and carries made, Hastings is a skilful, durable and mentally tough player with both the physical attributes and technical attributes to rip apart any defence in the competition. 18:30 A strong and fit loose forward, Knowles wins the collision more often than not, meaning his hard work produces great reward for his team in terms of the energy battle during games. Wakefield Huddersfield An outstanding runner of the ball, Hardaker made an incredible 147 tackle busts during and averaged 114 metres per game in the regular campaign. 10 But the stats just don’t tell the full story. FT Wakefield St Helens 58

FT Roby has been rested frequently by Holbrook this season as the 37-time England and Great Britain international edges towards his mid-thirties, but nevertheless remains one of the best hookers in the competition. Having improved his discipline and temperament since his Hull days, Watts has enjoyed an outstanding individual campaign.A real fan’s favourite with the St Helens faithful, Lachlan Coote has enjoyed a stellar year. The St Helens winger was placed on report for the gruesome incident against Castleford Tigers. The fact Farrell made the Super League Dream Team despite only making thirteen appearances sums up just how highly rated he is.

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