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Published 09:44 11 Jun 2017 BST
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There was little argument about the official man-of-the-match too.
While Leinster back-row Jack Conan had a phenomenal game at the back of the Irish pack, Keith Earls was far and away the best player on show.
Earls' numbers were nothing short of ridiculous - he carried 12 times for 218 metres gained, had nine line breaks and blazed past seven defenders with ball in hand. In the first half alone, his seven carries gained Ireland 192 metres and led to four tries [two for himself and two assists].
The impressive Tiernan O'Halloran teamed up with Earls for his first try:
https://twitter.com/eirSport/status/873650511647576065
With Kieran Marmion heavily involved in the build-up to Earls' second - his 22nd for Ireland.
https://twitter.com/eirSport/status/873654454276509696
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