Henry Pollock found himself at the centre of a major social media backlash during his side\u2019s heavy East Midlands derby defeat to Leicester Tigers.<\/p>\n
\u2b50 Save us to your Google Favourites <\/a>for nonstop RUCK content!<\/p>\n With Northampton trailing by more than 30 points at Welford Road, tensions boiled over late in the game as Pollock appeared keen to spark a confrontation with Leicester captain Hanro Liebenberg.<\/p>\n The Saints back-rower was seen gesturing towards the South African forward in a fiery exchange that quickly drew attention online \u2014 but fans were far from impressed given the scoreline.<\/p>\n One supporter wrote:<\/p>\n \u201cThis is so embarrassing man. Come on \u2014 giving it the \u2018you want it then\u2019 while hop skip and jumping backwards. And all while your team\u2019s 30 odd points down.\u201d<\/p>\n Another posted:<\/p>\n \u201cDickhead is trying to take on South African powerhouse Hanro Liebenberg of all people.\u201d<\/p>\n A third fan said:<\/p>\n \u201cLet\u2019s not forget Hanro would properly fill Pollock in. I like Pollock but he\u2019s made a complete tit of himself today.\u201d<\/p>\n While another added:<\/p>\n \u201cIt\u2019s never a great sign when the rest of your team are just leaving you alone to sort it out yourself.\u201d<\/p>\n This is so embarrassing man. Come on \u2013 giving it the \u2018you want it then\u2019 while hop skip and jumping backwards. And all while your team\u2019s 30 odd points down \ud83d\ude02 pic.twitter.com\/Qm2ahcnLwn<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 A-P (@rugby_ap) May 9, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n Join RUCK\u2019s Instagram broadcast channel <\/a>and get the latest rugby news straight to your phone.<\/p>\n POLLOCK\u2019S TOP 5 FLANKERS OF ALL-TIME<\/p>\n 5. Ardie Savea<\/p>\n One of the most complete forwards of the modern era, Savea blends explosive power with elite handling and pace rarely seen in a flanker. <\/p>\n A standout for the All Blacks, he has consistently delivered in high-pressure moments, evolving from an impact player into a world-leading figure and national captain. His ability to dominate collisions, win turnovers, and link play makes him a prototype for the modern back-rower.<\/p>\n Pollock has named him as the \u2018toughest opponent\u2019 of his career so far. <\/p>\n CONTINUES ON PAGE TWO<\/a><\/p>\n Like this:<\/p>\n Like Loading…<\/p>\n