Five-star Joseph shines as England hammer Japan 78-15
Gloucester wing Will Joseph marked his first Test start with a record-equalling five tries as England dominated Japan 78-15 in a Nations Championship match at Twickenham on Saturday. The 24-year-old, who earned his second cap, seized his opportunity to challenge for a place in Steve Borthwick's squad for next year's Rugby World Cup in Australia.
Joseph scored four of England's 13 tries, including his first try just a minute into the game. The younger sibling of former England international Jonathan Joseph, Will's remarkable performance included a hat-trick in the opening quarter of the match. The comprehensive victory marked England's highest score against Japan and their record-winning margin, surpassing a 60-7 triumph in 1987.
Japan's Harry Hockings was shown a 20-minute red card for a high tackle on Ellis Genge and the tally of tries scored by England was so lopsided that it surpassed their 45-22 win over Australia in last weekend's match.
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