Semi Ajayi played a crucial defensive role in helping West Bromwich move to the top of the Championship table after their 2-0 victory against Derby County on Wednesday.
After sitting out Sunday's 4-2 win over Hull City, Ajayi returned to the Baggies' starting XI for his first time since June 26 to make his 39th appearance in the English second division this season.
The Nigeria international played from start to finish at the Hawthorns as goals from DR Congo-born Grady Diangana and Dara O'Shea in each half of the encounter sealed a vital win for Slaven Bilic’s men.