New Zealand's Ardie Savea and Quinn Tupaea tackle Ireland's Stuart McCloskey during the game at Soldier Field in Chicago. Photograph: Gary Carr/Inpho
Jamie Osborne: Great early tackle on Caleb Clarke. Composed and authoritative in the air and bravely competed for every high ball. A little loose towards the end when New Zealand dominated. Rating: 6
Tommy O’Brien: Tenacity on show in high balls and tackling. First half had limited time to run and gain yards which is what he does best. Almost got on to a Crowley hoisted ball in the second half.
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