In Harlequins’ 38–19 dismantling of Gloucester at Twickenham, the most talked-about moment wasn’t one of the six tries scored—but the one that got away. Full-back Tyrone Green lit up the right wing with a blistering break, slicing through Gloucester’s defense and heading for the posts with daylight ahead. But in a moment that will haunt highlight reels for years, Green attempted a flamboyant one-handed grounding—and dropped the ball cold over the tryline.
What should’ve been a routine five-pointer turned into a viral clip of frustration, with fans groaning across Twickenham. It was a rare lapse from a player known for his composure and flair, but the timing made it all the more dramatic: the game was still in its early stages, and Gloucester were clinging to hope.
To his credit, Green didn’t hide. He recovered with style—offloading brilliantly to Rodrigo Isgro for a sensational try and later unselfishly setting up Cadan Murley’s hat-trick score. While his fumble drew laughter and disbelief, his redemption arc within the same 80 minutes reminded everyone why he’s still one of Harlequins’ most dangerous weapons.
But still—one-handed grounding in the open? Tyrone, mate… two hands next time.
