7. Sean O’Brien (Leinster) 9 Denied 10/10 by his knock on with the try line in sight. The midlands king was Ireland’s dominant player. 19 carries, at least three steals and carried like a truck for 80 minutes, into hulking tacklers, which is crazy considering the recent return from his latest serious injury. Such repeated absences are why he isn’t being considered Ireland greatest ever player. Photograph: Inpho