SARACENS fly-half Glen Jackson has been named the Professional Rugby Players' Association player of award.

The Kiwi and leading Premiership points scorer, who beat Bristol number 8 Dan Ward-Smith and Leicester winger Alesana Tuilagi to the prestigious award, called the honour "the greatest achievement of my rugby career".

"This is a very proud moment and my thanks have to go to my team-mates at Saracens for the support I have received this season," Jackson added.