HERE is the Total RL Team of the Week for round one of the Super League season.
1. Jack Welsby – St Helens
There aren’t enough superlatives for Jack Welsby as the St Helens star was brilliant in his side’s thrashing of London.
2. Liam Marshall – Wigan Warriors
Continues to grow with every passing season as Liam Marshall grabbed a double against Castleford on Saturday.
3. Arthur Romano – Catalans Dragons
Stepped into Adam Keighran’s shoes perfectly with an accomplished performance against Warrington.
4. Esan Marsters – Huddersfield Giants
Had a poor first season for Huddersfield in 2023, but Esan Marsters looked a different player against Leigh in the opening round.
5. Ash Handley – Leeds Rhinos
The birthday boy had a brilliant game for Leeds, scoring two tries in the Rhinos’ close win over Salford.
6. Jayden Nikorima – Catalans Dragons
With a new spine, Catalans star Jayden Nikorima caused Warrington no end of problems on Saturday night.
7. Mikey Lewis – Hull KR
The amount of superlatives needed for Mikey Lewis are beginning to run out. The diminutive halfback enjoyed a stellar derby night against Hull FC with a brilliantly-taken try and all-round class performance.
8. Chris Hill – Huddersfield Giants
A dominant performance from Chris Hill in the pack for Huddersfield against Leigh on Friday.
9. Kruise Leeming – Wigan Warriors
Kruise Leeming enjoyed a stellar debut for Wigan, crossing for a try and causing Castleford’s defence problems all night.
10. Sam Lisone – Leeds Rhinos
Sam Lisone was in tremendous form as Leeds held on for a priceless two points against Salford. The hulking prop even crossed for a try!
11. Matt Whitley – St Helens
Matt Whitley was superb on debut for St Helens in their 40-4 drubbing of London, scoring two tries and applying himself in defence.
12. Kelepi Tanginoa – Hull KR
The new Rovers signing had a tremendous night on debut against Hull FC, with some strong carries and a well-taken try already enamouring Kelepi Tanginoa to Rovers’ fans.
13. Elliot Minchella – Hull KR
A brilliant captain’s knock from Elliot Minchella against Hull FC on Thursday night.
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14. Cameron Smith – Leeds Rhinos
Another one with a great captain’s performance as Cameron Smith stood up against Salford in tough conditions on Friday.
15. Elie El-Zakhem – Castleford Tigers
Elie El-Zakhem has impressed for Castleford throughout pre-season and he put in a big shift against Wigan.
16. Patrick Mago – Wigan Warriors
Was arguably Wigan’s best forward against Castleford on Saturday.
17. Tariq Sims – Catalans Dragons
Made his presence felt in the Catalans pack, putting a massive shot on Warrington’s George Williams.
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