Rieko Ioane - 7
Was damaging with ball in hand, and flashed his offloading ability. Struggled to get into the game early, though.
Quinn Tupaea - 7
Solid on debut in a 63-minute effort. Made some strong carries, was secure with ball in hand and defended well.
George Bridge - 6
Took the opportunities that were presented to him out wide, and looked threatening every time he got the ball.
Richie Mo'unga - 7
With the free-flowing attack, Mo'unga had several important touches in build-up play. His goal-kicking was not great.
Brad Weber - 9
Took smart options and provided good service from the ruck. He ran well in support and was rewarded with three tries.
Luke Jacobson - 8
Was a force in the cleanout and tried to get over the ball to force turnovers. Showed his strength to score a try as well.
Dalton Papalii - 9
Contested every breakdown he could possibly get to, charged hard with ball in hand and scored a couple of tries.
Akira Ioane - 8
Worked hard on attack across the park with strong carries, bumping off defenders. Was notable at the breakdown as well.
Sam Whitelock - 7
Led the way defensively with double-digit tackles and worked hard at the breakdown, although did concede a few penalties.
Scott Barrett - 6
Was solid across the park, but the way the match played out didn't really allow him to play his best game of football.
Angus Ta'avao - 7
Tackled well and showed some speed with ball in hand, crashing through the defensive line and setting up his teammates.
Dane Coles - 8
Showed everything he had in his utility belt - running with intent, defending well, and he even put a kick in and contested a lineout.
Karl Tu'inukuafe - 6
Strong at the set piece and charged with ball in hand, but gave up territory at times, be it through turnovers or penalties.
Reserves
Asafo Aumua - 8
George Bower - 7
Tyrel Lomax - 7
Patrick Tuipulotu - 8
Ethan Blackadder - 7
Finlay Christie - 8
Beauden Barrett - 7
Jordie Barrett - 7