England player ratings vs All Blacks: Autumn Nations Series
Rugby NewsSaturday, 02 November 2024 at 17:20
England player ratings vs All Blacks as Steve Borthwick's men kicked off their Autumn Nations series with a narrow loss against New Zealand at the Allianz Stadium.
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It was a heartbreaking finale to England’s first match of the Autumn Nations Series, as a missed drop goal from George Ford handed the win to New Zealand in a truly dramatic ending at the Allianz Stadium.
England’s search for a home win against New Zealand goes on, with Scott Robertson’s side triumphant tonight by the skin of their teeth.
Scroll down for the England player ratings vs All Blacks.
England: 22
- Tries: Immanuel Feyi-Waboso(43')
- Cons: Marcus Smith(04', 12', 30', 59'), Ben Spencer(36')
- Pens: Marcus Smith(45')
All Blacks: 24
- Tries: Mark Tele'a (08', 75'), Will Jordan(27')
- Cons:
- Pens: Beauden Barrett (09', 28'), Damian McKenzie(76')
RUCK's Player of the Match
Keys stats:
- Tackles: Ollie Lawrence - 22
- Missed tackles: Ben Earl - 4
- Carries: Ben Earl - 16
- Metres made: Marcus Smith - 78
- Defenders beaten: Immanuel Feyi-Waboso - 7
- Clean breaks: Immanuel Feyi-Waboso - 3
England player ratings vs All Blacks:
15. George Furbank - 7
Furbank always turns up when he wears the Red Rose on his chest to represent his country. He made a particular impact with his defence against the All Blacks in the first half, giving immense push back in the ruck. His game in the air wasn’t the best we have seen, but the future for this player is unknowable – much like the limit to his talent.
14. Immanuel Feyi-Waboso - 9
No doubt Feyi-Waboso has inspired a whole new generation of players in his short time playing for England, and tonight is no exception. Being quick on the line, and alway available for support led to him scoring Englands first and only Try of the game. His work ethic was second to none, even taking a solid tackle from Asafo Aumua, he always got back up and made an impact in the game.
13. Henry Slade - 6
Henry Slade has made a name for himself among the rugby community, both international and domestic. But something was lacking from the Outside Centre which stopped him making his mark on the game. His effort and ambition was there, but a bit more in attack would’ve made him a household name in today’s fixture.
12. Ollie Lawrence - 7.5
The Bath player has proven yet again why he deserves to be in the England Squad. Line Speed in the defence to get to the All Blacks and defend his nations side was there and it for sure shook the visitors concentration. The only thing missing was completion, whether that be from him personally or form support from the team is yet to be determined.
11. Tommy Freeman - 7
Tommy Freeman made his presence known more in the second half, stepping up in the defensive line. His kicking game has improved, and confidence has grown, taking it on himself to make the bigger kicks for the team.
10. Marcus Smith - 8
Marcus Smith is a sensational player, there’s no doubt. His penalty kicking is what got England within a fighting chance of within their first match of the Autumn Internationals. However, all of his drop goal attempts were unsuccessful, his cross field kicks weren’t hitting their marks, and most importantly, he kicked at times when the momentum was towards England to smash through defence and head for the goal line. Is Smith just kicking too much?
9. Ben Spencer - 7
Ben Spencer taking the position of Scrum Half today, a role which he has stepped into with great talent and effort. Every ruck he was there, playing the scrum as well as he could and keeping with the his opposite number, Cortez Ratima. The only factor which could be deemed an error was his talk with Referee Angus Cardner, something which should’ve been left to the Captain.
1. Ellis Genge – vice-captain - 6
Genge is one of the best props in the game. The New Zealand All Blacks made their mark through exploiting the English defence and Ellis Genge was slapped in the face with it, Will Jordan was simply too quick for Genge and left him in the dust to score a try by getting through the middle of the defence, something I know Genge will be angry with himself for.
2. Jamie George – captain - 6
Jamie George lead the men into battle with a biblical response to the New Zealand Haka, however, we didn’t hear, or see much of the George magic which we saw that earned him the right of captaincy. Being vocal a few times, nothing special was produced within his defence or attack today.
3. Will Stuart - 8
A highlight of the forwards pack today. Being dominant and creating turnovers in the first half, he controlled his side of the scrum which saw England being awarded penalties. His effort was inspiring to watch with physicality against the all blacks, and every time he was involved the visitors were made aware of his existence.
4. Maro Itoje – vice-captain - 7.5
The England lock deserves to be on the England international team and today is proof of why. Itoje was strong in lineouts, and creating efforts with linebreaks within the game, he even tried is effort at a grubber kick but sadly ended it ended in the hands of New Zealand. His only failing attribute was fatigue seemed to get the better of him towards the end of the second half, but after 60 minutes of the four time World Cup winners if you’re not tired you haven’t ben trying.
5. George Martin - 6.5
A solid player in the scrums and defence, but he made some vital handling errors in the attack where the ball was seemingly easily stripped away from him and the visitors got possession back. The way he managed to maintain focus after errors was a fantastic point for the tight-head lock and he should still walk away from the game impressed with his effort, the only mark for improvement would be his handling skills.
6. Chandler Cunningham-South - 8
Chandler Cunningham-South saved the atmosphere of the Allianz Stadium. With a sensational tackle against Tumour Vaa’i, England regained possession and the 82,000 attendees regained their hope. Cunningham-South kept this hope alive with his constant attack against the All Blacks and keeping pressure where he could.
7. Tom Curry - 7
Returning to the game after a year out, recovering from a near career ending hip injury, what was deemed a risk pick for England, Tom curry looks like his hasn’t been out of the game! His height and drive in scrums was trademark for anyone watching.
8. Ben Earl – vice-captain - 8
Ben Earl never disappoints. He knows his role, he executes it, and throws in something special for good measure. In the first half he was relatively reserved, however in the second half he showcased his ‘something special’ with making runs through a forest of All Black jerseys and attacking their spaces, then never losing a ruck to them. No scores today for the England number eight, but he still made a solid impact to the team.
Replacements:
Replacements:
16. Theo Dan - 6
Theo Dan came on to replace within the front row, and his fresh legs made an impact for England in the rucks. However, though he is still a young player to the quad, after joining in the 2023 Rugby World Cup, that confidence may lack some magic to make a solid impact and stop the All Black from getting through and scoring.
17. Fin Baxter - 5
Fin Baxter also replaced the front row for England, and again being a young player that confidence may be lacking to create some magic. He did his job, but drifting across that line to get where the defence is needed would be something to work on for the next game.
18. Dan Cole - 6
One of the older squad members, Dan Cole came on with Dan and Baxter for the front row, and his many years of experience playing for England. Though being an older player he still doesn't shy away form contact; putting himself in the ruck and often feeling the full force of the All blacks against him, he still stands and attacks again. Dan Cole might have been underused in this fixture, but in his short spell in the game he didn’t get the chance to showcase why he’s still involved in teh international squad.
19. Nick Isiekwe - 4
Only given three minutes, plus change, of playing time, it simply wasnt enough for Isiekwe to give a notable contribution to the game. He came on for George Martin at the 77th minute, but with Martins handling errors, would it have made more sense to bring him on earlier? Or is Borthwick concerned of Nick Isiekwe’s health with coming back to professional rugby after his dilated Aorta diagnosis. Either way, it’s inspirational how far he has come since his open heart surgery.
20. Ben Curry - 6
Ben Curry came on a little after the half way mark of the second half, and made an impact to the game. He won tackles and turnovers giving England possession straight away. Defence was definitely better than his attack this game, but with limited time to show his skills it’s no wonder there was some of his skill set not utilised.
21. Alex Dombrandt -5
Dombrandt came on around the 65 minute mark and that might’ve been the last we heard of him. We didn't see much of his talent exhibited in his time on the pitch, but no doubt he will have more opportunities in the upcoming Autumn Internationals Fixtures.
22. Harry Randall - 6
Along with Freeman, and Ford, he struggled to match the momentum of Tele’a and fell short at defending the All Black try. Similar to the other replacements, it may have been a case of not having enough time to show off what it is he can do, but there’s still more games to come for him to be used.
23. George Ford - 5
George Ford came on with Harry Randall and took control of the stipulation with his leadership capabilities…for a moment. The damage may have already been done with England defence lacking within their 10 metre line, and Ford being unable to make that try saving tackle; he didn’t get low enough. For attempted to give a last minute drop goal to cause a huge upset for the all blacks, but it drifted to the right post and went past the sticks.
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