James Haskell was superb against Australia.

Despite numerous commentators arguing that James Haskell is not an international standard openside, the big Wasps flanker was outstanding against Australia.

Although both Michael Hooper and David Pocock impressed in their own right , Haskell operated on a whole other level.

Aggressive in both defence and attack, the English flanker put in a number of big hits, including one on Pocock that led to Owen Farrell securing three vital second half points.

However it was at the breakdown where Haskell really hit back at his critics. After he won three turnovers during the exciting contest.

Not only that, but the flanker made an impressive 18 tackles during the game. By some distance the greatest number recoded by any player on the field.

Haskell was also England’s most potent forward in attack, gaining a total of 27 meters for his team. Given such statistics, it is little wonder why both Sky and Fox nominated Haskell as the man of the match.

MAN MOUNTAIN ?

▪ 18 tackles

▪ 3 turnovers

▪ Man of the Match.

Not a bad day’s work James..#AUSvENG #carrythemhome pic.twitter.com/JMLGTavswh — England Rugby (@EnglandRugby) June 11, 2016

Alan Drumm, Pundit Arena

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