Full player ratings as Ireland demolish England in Twickenham
- Munster head coach Clayton McMillan issues update on Jack Crowley injury - September 16, 2026
- Former Ireland international Sean O’Brien handed lengthy ban - September 15, 2026
- Steve Hansen tears into ‘ludicrous’ Springboks vs All Blacks incident - September 15, 2026
Demolition.
Ireland made a huge statement this afternoon, with a thumping 42-14 win over England in Twickenham.
The men in green looked like a different side to the one we saw in the opening two rounds of the championship, dominating England from the first minute.
Several players played their best game in green for quite some time, which is reflected in some of the highest ratings we’ve ever given out for an Irish team.
Have a look below and let us know if you agree or disagree in the social comments.
Ireland player ratings vs England
15. Jamie Osborne – 8
His best game at fullback for Ireland to date. Barely put a foot wrong.
14. Robert Baloucoune – 9
A real threat anytime he gets the ball with his electric pace. An X-Factor player, simple as.
13. Garry Ringrose – 7
A much improved performance from the outside centre, who has been struggling for form.
12. Stuart McCloskey – 9
Another vintage performance from the Ulster centre. Starting to make that 12 jersey his own.
11. James Lowe – 6
Was playing well before he was forced off early on with a leg problem.
10. Jack Crowley – 8
He would have hope to be more accurate in his kicking, but a superb performance overall running the ship.
9. Jamison Gibson-Park – 10
Absolutely everywhere. A phenomenal performance from the Leinster nine, who reminded the world what he can do.
1. Jeremy Loughman – 6
Scrum is still struggling a bit, but he played well in the loose.
2. Dan Sheehan – 7
Not quite a vintage Dan Sheehan performance, but he looked much sharper this week.
3. Tadhg Furlong – 6
Still needs minutes under his belt.
4. Joe McCarthy – 9
Was poor in the first two rounds but came out with a point to prove today. Got through some serious work.
5. James Ryan – 6
Solid shift from the Leinster lock
6. Tadhg Beirne – 9
A vintage Tadhg Beirne performance with turnovers galore.
7. Josh van der Flier – 6
Still not at his best. Timoney could take his shirt in Round 4.
8. Caelan Doris – 8
A big performance from the captain. Carried well, looked a threat in space and worked his arse off.
Replacements:
16. Rónan Kelleher – 7
17. Tom O’Toole – 6
18. Finlay Bealham – 6
19. Nick Timoney – 8
20. Cian Prendergast – 6
21. Craig Casey – 6
22. Ciaran Frawley – 6
23. Tommy O’Brien – 8
