Four players Eddie Jones should call-up after the Premiership semi-finals

Saturday, 11 June 2022 at 20:55

byRugby Rucker

We take a look at four players who shone during the Gallagher Premiership semi-finals despite being snubbed by Eddie Jones in recent times.

In the first game of the day, Saracens overcame a nine-point deficit and survived three second-half yellow cards to beat champions Harlequins 34-17 at the Stone X Stadium.

Later on, George Ford inspired Leicester to a 27-14 victory against Northampton in his final home game at Mattioli Woods Welford Road to send Tigers to the Premiership final against Saracens.

#1. Ben Earl (Saracens)

The back-rower scored a hat-trick as Saracens overcame a nine-point deficit and survived three second-half yellow cards to beat champions Harlequins 34-17 in the first Premiership semi-final. He's the real deal.

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"This is what the last eight, nine, ten months have been about, fighting for this group, we're just so happy to get the result!" A delighted Ben Earl is happy to see @Saracens back at Twickenham 🙌 "It means everything!" #GallagherPrem

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#2. George Ford (Leicester Tigers)

The fly-half, who departs for Sale Sharks, inspired Leicester to victory against Northampton in his final home game at Mattioli Woods Welford Road to send Tigers to the Premiership final against Saracens.

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"I'll miss it greatly, we've got a job to do next week, and whatever's after that is after that..." 😌 2️⃣2️⃣ points. The second most in Premiership Rugby semi-finals history. George Ford was simply remarkable in his final game at Welford Road 👏 #GallagherPrem

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#3. Harry Potter (Leicester Tigers)

The wing-wizard was in impressive form, constantly being a thorn in the side of the Saints defence. Potter was pragmatic in attack and his superb defensive work shut down outside attacks. A reliably consistent operator.

Leicester Tigers player Harry Potter during the Gallagher Premiership rugby game between Leicester Tigers and Worcester Warriors at Mattioli Woods Welford Road on February 5th - PHOTO: Steve Bond/PPAUK

#4. Joe Marchant (Harlequins)

With Manu Tuilagi and Henry Slade ruled out of the summer tour, he should be in prime position to start for Eddie Jones men despite being omitted from their training squad last month. He was at the heart of everything good about Quins on the day.

Joe Marchant of Harlequins during the Gallagher Premiership Rugby Semi Final Match between Saracens and Harlequins at Stone X Stadium on 11 June. Photo: Micah Crook/PPAUK