"Started bad and got worse" - Four England players who underperformed in the Premiership this weekend

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Finn Russell showcased his prowess with a remarkable 17-point contribution, steering Bath to a resounding 42-24 triumph over Sale, propelling them to the second spot in the Premiership standings. However, amidst the celebratory atmosphere, England center Lawrence endured a challenging outing.

Having garnered acclaim for his exceptional displays during the 2024 Six Nations, Lawrence's performance faltered from the outset.

A fumbled from kick-off set an inauspicious tone, marking the beginning of a subpar showing in the Bath jersey. Another moment to forget came from Lawrence when he was yellow carded for a high tackle on Rob d Preez.

In a spectacle dubbed 'Showdown 4', Saracens dominated Harlequins with a resounding 45-point triumph, captivating over 60,000 spectators at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium this past Saturday.

Harlequins struggled to mount any significant challenge against the formidable Sarries, extending the latter's winning streak to seven matches in the Premiership rivalry.

TNT Sports didn't hold back in their assessment, delivering harsh ratings to several England talents. Prop Joe Marler and scrum-half Danny Care received a dismal 5/10 for their lackluster performance against the fierce local rivals.

After the Premiership hiatus, Bristol Bears emerged with fervor, netting seven tries to halt Northampton's dominant 10-game winning streak.

Northampton found it difficult to establish themselves, with Steven Luatua's colossal tackle on Saints captain Ludlum disrupting their initial surge towards the Bristol try line.

However, Northampton's struggles were compounded by their own disciplinary issues, conceding 14 penalties compared to Bristol's six. The sin-binning of Ludlum for a side entry in a maul proved costly, allowing Sinckler to roll over for Bristol's third try.