#3. Jack van Poortvliet
Evening Standard 5/10: “Must sharpen up core skills if the plan is simply to box-kick the grip off the ball.”
Mail Online 5/10: “Some box kicks were too long and uncontestable and No.9 slot is still up in the air.”
Replacement: Raffie Quirke
#4. Henry Arundell
Planet Rugby: “Seldom got the opportunity to shine on attack, making just three carries, but he did capitalise on those, gaining over 40 metres. He was caught out a few times defensively, missing three tackles.”
Telegraph 6/10: “A first Test start. Brushed off by a stepping Hansen early but responded with a nice turnover. Uncertain kick return led to a turnover and was caught in a choke tackle. Tough.”
Rugby Pass 4/10: “A first start for the 20-year-old won’t be fondly remembered as the Irish defence had his number.”
Mail Online 5/10: “Got hands on ball but got collared by Irish before being replaced on the hour.”
Evening Standard 5/10: “This rating is absolutely not Arundell’s fault. England promised to use him properly and simply did not. Far too good a player to be wasted kicking his heels out wide. The coaches must construct a system to maximise his stunning talent.”
Replacement: Jack Nowell
