England player ratings vs New Zealand as Eddie Jones men fought back to draw at Twickenham.
It was a nightmare start for the hosts as tries from flanker Dalton Papali’i and hooker Codie Taylor gave the All Blacks an early 14-0 lead.
Owen Farrell, who was winning his 100th cap today, and Jordie Barrett exchanged penalties as the visitors went into the break leading 17-3.
Marcus Smith narrowed the gap with a three-pointer before Rieko Ioane scored the visitors third try to take the All Blacks 16 points clear.
Two-time World Player of the Year Beauden Barrett completed the away sides tally with a fantastic drop-goal before tries from Will Stuart and Freddie Steward set up a grandstand finish.
Stuart, who had never scored a try, then grabbed his second with Smith converting to secure the draw, 25-25.
Scroll down for the England player ratings vs New Zealand.
Key stats:
- Most carries: Billy Vunipola – 11
- Most metres: Jonny May – 77
- Most tackles: Tom Curry – 14
- Missed tackles: Ellis Genge – 4
- Turnovers won: Jack Nowell – 1
- Defenders beaten: Tom Curry – 3
- Offloads: Dave Ribbans – 2
England player ratings vs New Zealand:
In five words or less
15. Freddie Steward: Came alive late on. Class. 8
14. Jack Nowell (VC): Targeted. Defended decently throughout. 6
13. Manu Tuilagi: Limited impact. Some good carries. 6
12. Owen Farrell (C): Gave everything. Played through injury. 8
11. Jonny May: England’s tactics don’t suite him. 6
10. Marcus Smith: Led the fightback. Kicked well. 8
9. Jack van Poortvliet: Absolute nightmare. Baptism of fire. 4
