Top 3 performers - Leinster vs Northampton Saints
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Top 3 performers - Leinster vs Northampton Saints
Isa Nacewa
Nacewa lead from the front in Leinsters victory, with the winger operating out at the touchline, causing havoc for Northampton's defense. The Fijian played a crucial part in several of Leinster's try, including finishing off 2 of their 9. Also, Nacewa showed his reliability from the tee as he slotted 6 of his 7 attempts.
Sean Cronin
Cronin was one of many Leinster players who were in scintillating form this evening. Cronin worked hard around the park and seemed to cover every blade of grass in the Aviva stadium. Cronin showed some surprising pace in the second half as he broke the line stepping and weaving through the Saints defence. Cronin also bagged a try after starting the attack with his speedy break. The hooker looked more like an outside back rather then a front row this evening.
Adam Byrne
Adam Byrne's efforts on the wing have proved beyond doubt that he deserves his starting place in Leinster's back line, with the 22 year old developing into a real menace for opposition. Byrne played a blinder for the Irish province against Northampton Saints, opening the scoring with a well taken try in the corner before adding a second to his tally in what was a magnificent solo effort. The winger displayed his superb strength as he fended off an attempted tackle and broke from the halfway line to score.
