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Six Nations team of the week: England dominate XV

10. Marcus Smith (England)

RUCK: “On at 58 minutes to an eruption of noise, as England missed their talismanic halfback. Flash quick ball from his first inclusion, linked up seamlessly with Danny Care and sent his powerful forwards into punching holes. Could not stop James Lowe on the way to score his second try, despite his best efforts. Unbelievable finishing touch, as he wins the match with a moment of magic with the drop goal!”

9. Nolann le Garrec (France)

1. Danilo Fischetti (Italy)

2. Jamie George (England)

RUCK: “Solid lineout throws throughout the match, even his 12th minute overthrow goes backwards and is gathered well by George Ford. Amazing line break on the shoulder of Ben Earl – made some great yards as he powered down the park at 14 minutes. Been carrying brilliantly over the hard yards.”

3. Uini Atonio (France)

Planet Rugby: “Gareth Thomas will be glad to see the back of the big tighthead, who taught the Welsh loosehead a lesson in the scrums in a truly dominant 52-minute shift.”

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