7. Jac Morgan (c): 9 – Another awesome performance from the Wales captain. Morgan started the match with an assist for Gareth Davies’ try, and finished off the contest with a score of his own. Excellent in attack, but also hit-hard in defence, 16 completed tackles puts him at the top of the charts. The man can do it all, and an great clearance kick presented an unexpected versatility from the boot.
8. Taulupe Faletau: 7 – A big carry for his first involvement against the Wallabies, and the number eight presented a physical showing with consistent options around the park. Faletau made 36 metres, as he dug in his heels through contact, and often took the Wallabies back a few paces in each of the 5 carries. Defensively strong, in a record win for Wales.
9. Gareth Davies: 8 – Got the points scoring started from the get go, as Davies ran the all-important supporting line for Jac Morgan’s line-break. Maintained a high tempo around the pitch, with quick ball being the order of the day to keep Australia on the back foot. Tactical masterclass, Davies made the correct decisions on when to kick the ball or send it through the hands. (Replaced by Tomos Williams 60 mins)
10. Dan Biggar: N/A – Forced off with an early shoulder injury, with Wales fans hoping that their talisman will make a swift return. (Replaced by Gareth Anscombe 11 mins)
11. Josh Adams: 7 – Almost scored an early kick chase, yet the ball just outpaced the flying winger. Good urgency in attack, and presented an exciting option with the ball in hand. Excellent under the high ball, as an unimaginative Australia frequently kicked to the back three.
12. Nick Tompkins: 7.5 – Utilised the charge down to put pressure on the Wallabies clearance kicks, and presented top quality midfield playmaking. He was the fastest to react to Anscombe’s kick over the defence, to score Wales’ second try. A high tackle on Carter Gordon was a blemish on his defensive record.
13 George North: 7 – Calling the shots across the centres, North reacted well to the early withdrawing of Biggar. Stepping into a leadership role once again, North’s best work came with quick passing, and he also made 11 carries in the first hour of play. Great carry and ship off to Rees-Zammit on the stroke of half-time, with the winger unfortunate to not score.
