Fly-half: George Ford – 6.5/10
Mixed results from the tee. Provided a glorious long miss-pass to set up Hughes’ opener for England.
Scrum-half: Ben Youngs – 6.5/10
Tried to get his backs on the front foot with quick ball but it was a game suited for the forwards.
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Prop: Mako Vunipola – 8/10
Carried well and alongside Hughes was England’s main driving force when going through the forwards. Was the official man of the match.
Hooker: Dylan Hartley – 6.5/10
Gave away early penalty for not rolling away but then grew into the match.
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Prop: Dan Cole – 6.5/10
His usual abrasive self but was outshone by his team-mate Vunipola in the front row.