Vote for Ollie Lawrence for Premiership Rugby Cup Breakthrough Player Award

Warriors centre Ollie Lawrence has been shortlisted for the Premiership Rugby Cup Breakthrough Player Award.

Lawrence was one of the stand-out performers in round two of the competition at Bath back in September when he was one of just three backs make 10-plus carries and 10-plus tackles.

From his 12 carries Lawrence beat an impressive five defenders, the second most of any centre in round two, and made the third most metres for a player in his position. He also capped his performance off with a try which helped Warriors to secure a try bonus point.

Lawrence is one of ten young players who have been shortlisted for the prestigious annual award which was launched in 2012 and recognises under-23 players who have stood out in the tournament.

Previous winners include Jack Nowell and Jonny May, while last year’s gong was taken home by James Grayson as he led Northampton Saints to the title.

Using OPTA Rugby match statistics, a forward and back from each round, along with two players with outstanding overall competition statistics, have been chosen and now form a ten-man shortlist, which is now open to a fan vote.

The winner will be announced prior to the Premiership Rugby Cup Final on March 15, with the lucky recipient also receiving a Promaster Tough watch courtesy of Premiership Rugby partner Citizen.

Voting is open now and closes at midnight on Thursday, and to help you make up your mind you can read why each player has been shortlisted below.

You can vote for Ollie Lawrence here.

 

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