England player ratings vs. South Africa: Who stood tall and who wilted in the second Test in Bloemfontein

England player ratings vs. South Africa: Who stood tall and who wilted in the second Test in Bloemfontein

8 Billy Vunipola: The number 8 was lost to injury just before the break. Clearly not fit and not at the races at times when he was on. 4/10

7 Tom Curry: A fantastic effort from the young man. 7/10

6 Brad Shields: A positive. He proved he was committed to the England cause with a solid first start in the white jersey. Should have scored in the second half though. 6/10

5 Maro Itoje: A shadow of his former self. Ineffective and very ill-displined. 5/10

4 Joe Launchbury: Needed to offer a little bit more when England were in possession. Good in the tackle though. 6/10

3 Kyle Sinckler:
The British Lions was far too anonymous.He’ss proven this Test series that he is more effective off the bench. 5.5/10

2 Jamie George: With an overthrow, knock-on, loose pass and missed tackle, this wasn’t one of the usually consistent Saracens hookers best performances. 5/10

1 Mako Vunipola: It’s fair to say he had another disappointing performance. 5/10