3 players that impressed: Castres vs Leinster

 

 

Smith showed his ability to finish off scores very impressively in Castres' encounter with Leinster. The winger caused huge problems for Leinster, some of which were rather unconventional, considering his position. Smith displayed a level head at the line as he got on the end of Vialelle's offload out on the touchline before cutting through Leinster's defense with ease. For his second try, Smith conducted as a forward, as he carried from the base of the ruck to impressively touch down at the base of the post. The Samoan was certainly a thorn in Leinster's side tonight.

 

 

 

Byrne continues to impress for Leinster, after a superb performance against Castres. The winger displayed his great ingenuity with ball in hand, chipping in behind Castres' defense when they looked to press high as well as showing his strength under the high ball. The Leinster youngster also played a critical part in Henshaw's second score, cutting in off his line to make the initial break, before offloading to Henshaw as the centre finished off the try. A mention for Henshaw who touched down twice for the boys in blue.