#2. Maro Itoje
Planet Rugby 5/10: “A gritty game from the England lock as he disrupted Ireland’s rucks as much as possible. A risky approach, and he did concede two penalties for his efforts. He also missed a few tackles but did get some purchase with his carries”
Telegraph 6/10: “Looked pumped up pre-match and that continued. Soft penalty taking out O’Mahony at a line-out and while he toiled, he finished the tournament quietly.”
RUCK 5/10: “Workmanlike performance but failed to impress once again. Conceded two penalties.”
Replacement: Courtney Lawes