Chris Ashton was sent off for Worcester as Northampton ran in nine tries to beat 14-man Warriors 62-14 at Sixways.
The former England man was penalised for a no-arms hit on Freeman’s head in a ruck and Saints took advantage almost straight away when Ollie Sleightholme found the hole in the defence where Ashton should have been.
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1. Gavin Henson (Wales)
The Wales legend could realise his dream of playing in a Rugby World Cup after unexpectedly switching to rugby league. The former union icon, released by the Dragons at the end of the 2018-19 season, has joined 13-a-side club West Wales Raiders.
DID YOU KNOW? Henson has participated in several reality television series: 71 Degrees North, Strictly Come Dancing, The Bachelor and Celebrity Hunted (2019).
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