Here are the five players who disappointed us in round 3 of the Guinness Six Nations They will have better weekends, that’s for sure!
1. Manu Tuilagi (England)
He’s been superb in round 1 and 2 but wasn’t really in the game against Wales due to England’s kick and chase game plan. Made only one carry and one pass in the first half. Didn’t get much better in the second.
Manu Tuilagi of England Rugby beats the tackle from Liam Williams of Wales Rugby during the Guinness Six Nations Championship match between Wales and England at Principality Stadium on February 23, 2018 in Cardiff, Wales. Photo: Phil Mingo/PPAUK
2. Greig Laidlaw (Scotland)
Missed an easy shot at goal, created nothing, missed two tackles and conceded a turnover. He was then replaced by Ali Price after 64 minutes.
3. Sean Cronin
Won't start a competitive match again for a while. On his first SIx Nations start, his lineout throwing was terrible and he conceded a stupid penalty when he strayed offside.
4. Owen Farrell
Put under pressure from the off, being charged down in his own half and putting up a few misjudged kicks. Struggled to cope with Gareth Davies and it was a rare off-day from the England captain.
Owen Farrell of England applauds in the direction of supporters following the Quilter International Match between England and Japan at Twickenham Stadium, Twickenham, London on 17th November 2018. [Photo: James Fearn/PPAUK]
5. Elliot Daly (England)
Shanked a long-range penalty effort on the angle early on. Lost his positioning for the final try as he got too far under the ball to allow Adams to score, and questions over his aerial ability reemerged.
Elliot Daly of England breaks past Jack Maddocks of Australia during the Quilter International Match between England and Australia at Twickenham Stadium, Twickenham, London on November 24th 2018, (Photo: Cameron Geran/PPAUK)
