5 players who impressed in week three of the Autumn Internationals

Led by example from a myriad of carries and after last week's issues at the lineout, assumed the responsibility of claiming the first throw. Claimed a couple of crucial second-half turnovers that swung the momentum and it was fitting that his final action in the game was to force a New Zealand ball carrier into not releasing at the breakdown as they inched into Irish territory. Deservedly received a rapturous response from the crowd as he departed. Another colossal showing.

Celebrated his 50th cap against Tonga in style, with his finish for Wales’s third try close to being work of art, seeing him come close to defying gravity as he kept his body in play despite appearing certain to be forced out. There was also an important offload and another try. If George North is fit, Warren Gatland has a wing selection headache for next weekend.

His try on the stroke of the 30th minute was a thing of beauty. Wriggled out of two tackles, skipped free and side-stepped Elliot Daly for good measure. By his own assessment to the media after he had a bad game. How very overly-critical.

A strong debut for the Bath man, who did not freeze in the spotlight. His speed and ability to chase kicks and compete in the air was noteworthy, whilst his impressive carrying threat was also on display. He looked comfortable defensively, too, rotating back into the middle when Daly was pulled out of position by Japan, as well as making good defensive reads and executing the one-on-one tackles. His first try for England was created by his own work rate on the chase and skill in the air, winning the ball back for his team.

Hit Brodie Retallick with preposterous power to force a huge turnover shortly after Ireland's first penalty. Ireland have two other world-class line-out jumpers but Toner reigns supreme in the air. However, it would be unfair to limit his contribution to the set-piece. Toner used his timber to considerable efficiency and has a real rugby brain. His ability to use his awkward frame in a defensive ruck to slow ball is an underappreciated trait and his x tackle count is striking.