England squad ratings: how all the Red Roses performed at Rugby World Cup

"Hannah Botterman Bristol Bears Wanted to prove she is the best loosehead prop in the world and duly delivered. England at times would have been in big trouble without her, particularly in the semi-final where she came out with three turnovers. Her skilful try against the USA was a highlight and at the age of 26 may not even be in her prime yet."

"Kelsey Clifford Saracens Dependable off the bench but also flawless when given starting role for the injured Botterman in the quarter-final, including two tries to back up two the week before. Everything you want from an impact player. 8/10 Appearances 6 | Tries 5 | Points 25 Hannah Botterman excelled in the semi-final. Photograph: Tom Jenkins/The Guardian Sarah Bern Bristol Bears Another part of a Bomb Squad who came off the bench to more than play their part, particularly during the final where the scrum won them valuable territory and momentum. 8/10 Appearances 6 | Tries 2 | Points 10"

"Maud Muir Gloucester-Hartpury Ball carrier, monster scrummager and try-scorer, what more could you want in a tighthead prop? Another character who does a lot of work that gets overlooked and a young player who is only going to get better. 8/10 Appearances 6 | Tries 1 | Points 5 Mackenzie Carson The player was not called upon as much as she would have liked but managed that disappointment well and scored when she played. The front row options in this England team are never-ending and it will only make Carson's and her teammates games better for having the competition in the squad. 6/10 Appearances 2 | Tries 1 | Points 5"

Hannah Botterman produced dominant loosehead performances, securing three turnovers in the semi-final and scoring a skilful try against the USA at age 26. Kelsey Clifford provided dependable impact off the bench and delivered when starting, scoring multiple tries across matches. Sarah Bern came off the bench to influence momentum through scrummaging that won valuable territory in the final. Maud Muir combined ball-carrying, powerful scrummaging and try-scoring as an ascending tighthead. Mackenzie Carson managed limited opportunities professionally and scored when selected. Amy Cokayne offered consistent, experienced leadership and added four tries in the tournament.

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