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LIST: 3 Lions players who did their test chances no favours this weekend

#3. Taulupe Faletau

  • Age: 30
  • Position: Number 8
  • Standout stat: Made just 25 metres from his 7 carries

Rugby Pass (6/10): Trucked a tonne of ball, even if his performance edged towards the workmanlike. An economical performance.

Wales Online (6/10): This was an improvement on his effort against Japan, but there’s a sense that Faletau is still moving up the gears. He did defend well and there were a few strong carries, but the Wales international found it hard to put his customary imprint on the game.

JOE (6/10): Solid outing from the Wales No.8. Stuck all 12 of his tackles and made a number of carries that got his side over the gainline.

OFF THE BALL (6/10): Similar to Jonny Hill, Taulupe Faletau was somewhat hidden in the first match of the tour in South Africa. What he did do, however, was make all of his 12 tackles, and put together some strong carries, if nothing mind blowing.

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