Every country's most disappointing player at the Rugby World Cup - Home nations
Rugby NewsTuesday, 05 November 2019 at 09:57
Every player has a dream to do well for his country at the Rugby World Cup.
However, from superstars who couldn't find form, to players who just didn't get a chance: they all feature in RUCK's take on the home nations biggest disappointments in Japan.
SCOTLAND: Stuart Hogg
Poor. Did not look himself with multiple missed tackles and seeming inability to play himself into games. One incredible drop-goal didn't save his tournament. However, I fully expect the Exeter speedster will bounce back and star in the Gallagher Premiership this season.
IRELAND: Conor Murray
Never looked comfortable. Uncharacteristic handling errors from the scrumhalf spread like a virus through the team as they crashed out with a whimper against New Zealand in the quarter-finals.
ENGLAND: Joe Launchbury
One of my favourite players. To see him start just one game against the USA was very disappointing and the fact he made just five carries and two tackles in that contest means we didn't get to see the best of the Wasps captain. He will be keen to get back to Premiership action
WALES: George North
I've been a huge fan of the Welsh winger since he broke onto the scene in 2010. The 27-year-old made five appearances, scoring one try against Georgia, and making a limited impact before limping out of the semi-final against South Africa. Completely outshone by Josh Adams.
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