SECOND-ROW:
- 4. Iain Henderson: In Japan’s faces from the start, he still looks a little short of his very best but even that is better than most locks in the world. 7
- 5. Alun Wyn Jones: Forced off after just seven minutes with a concerning looking wrist/hand injury. N/A
BACK-ROW:
- 6. Tadhg Beirne: Scored a rare try. He’ll look forward to the more physical battles ahead. 7
- 7. Justin Tipuric: Followed his captain off the field with an injury after originally being drafted in to replace Hamish Watson. 6
- 8. Jack Conan: Give away a few penalties but made an impact with plenty of carries and four turnovers. 6
Replacements: Jamie George 6, Wyn Jones 6, Kyle Sinckler 7, Courtney Lawes 7, Taulupe Faletau 6, Ali Price 6, Owen Farrell 6, Anthony Watson 6.