4. George Martin (England)
RUCK: “In for Ollie Chessum at the row and contributed some amazing hits, with a target on the back of Jack Crowley. He flattened Crowley at 17 minutes, before winning a 27 minute set-piece penalty, as Ireland went too early at the line-out. Brilliant around the park, put his body on the line time and again and has solidly stamped his name to future England appearances.”
5. Maro Itoje (England)
6. Sebastien Negri (Italy)
7. Michele Lamaro (Italy)
8. Ben Earl (England)
RUCK: “Clattering into contact, and great effort at the offload to put Jamie George through for a break. Gave away a penalty when going for the jackal in an offside position at 19 minutes and Crowley narrowed the gap to 8-6. Great chase down for his hit on Frawley after Ford’s spiral bomb. Overheard on the ref much calling ‘I’ve got Crowley’, and sent shudders down the fly half’s spine. Brilliant line break at 57 minutes, as he exploded into the Ireland backfield. Phenomenal turnover at 67’ as he sends Twickenham into a frenzy. Lifted the roof with his try, as he powered over from close range.”