The Rugby World Cup has come to an end, and it’s time to assess how each England player performed. Some players exceeded expectations, while others fell short. Let’s take a closer look at the ratings.
Freddie Steward, the full-back/wing from Leicester Tigers, gave a solid performance and showed great potential. Elliot Daly, the wing/centre from Saracens, adapted well to England’s style of play and made some impressive tackles. Jonny May, the wing from Gloucester, faced challenges but kept pushing forward. Henry Arundell, the wing from Racing 92, had a mixed performance and struggled to make an impact.
Joe Marchant, the centre/wing from Stade Francais, was a standout player throughout the tournament. Manu Tuilagi, the centre from Sale Sharks, showed his strength and made some big tackles. Ollie Lawrence, the centre from Bath, made an impact when coming off the bench.
Owen Farrell, the captain and fly-half/centre from Saracens, led the team with his competitive spirit. George Ford, the vice-captain and fly-half from Sale Sharks, showcased his game management skills. Marcus Smith, the fly-half/full-back from Harlequins, struggled to find his place on the field.
In the scrum-half position, Alex Mitchell from Northampton Saints impressed with his performance. Danny Care from Harlequins brought energy and positivity to the team. Ben Youngs from Leicester Tigers played a supportive role.
In the front row, Ellis Genge from Bristol Bears had some standout moments. Jamie George from Saracens was reliable but had a couple of slip-ups. Theo Dan from Saracens showed promise and contributed to the team’s success.
Dan Cole from Leicester Tigers made a strong comeback after the 2019 World Cup. Kyle Sinckler from Bristol Bears had moments of brilliance but didn’t consistently perform at his best. Will Stuart from Bath had a solid performance in the bronze match.
Maro Itoje from Saracens was a force to be reckoned with in the second row. Ollie Chessum from Leicester Tigers showed great potential for the future. George Martin from Leicester Tigers made a strong impression.
Courtney Lawes from Northampton Saints ended his Test career on a high note. Sam Underhill from Bath made a significant impact in the bronze match. Jack Willis from Toulouse had limited opportunities due to injury.
Tom Curry from Sale Sharks showcased his skills but had a challenging tournament. Ben Earl from Saracens was a standout player and one to watch in the future. Lewis Ludlam from Northampton Saints was a valuable squad member.
Billy Vunipola from Saracens had a disappointing tournament and struggled to find his form. Overall, the England team showed promise and improvement throughout the Rugby World Cup, but fell short of their ultimate goal. It will be interesting to see how they bounce back in future competitions.