Mako Vunipola South Africa v England: How the Springboks rated in the Rugby World Cup final

OPINION:The Springboks are world champions after beating England 32-12 in the Rugby World Cup final. 

Here are Stuff’s ratings from the bruising clash in Yokohama.

Wille le Roux: Came into the game as the possible weak link but was strong under the high ball and showed his experience with some smart tactical kicking.7.5

Cheslin Kolbe: Defended like he was 120kg for the first 70 odd minutes and then showed the world his dancing feet to score a brilliant try as he cut inside a stunned Owen Farrell.8.5

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Lukhanyo Am: Dropped one pass when the Springboks were looking dangerous but also made a nice break that led to three points and then set up his Sharks team-mate Mapimpi for his try. 7.5

Damian de Allende: Carried strongly into the England inside backs and was a rock defensively. Carried out the game plan superbly.  7.5

Makazole Mapimpi: Few chances on attack but when he got his opportunity he took it brilliantly to grab the game defining second-half try. Aerial work was also superb.  8

Handre Pollard: Missed an early penalty but then quickly found his radar to kick six penalties and showed glimpses of his running game.8.5

Faf de Klerk: Surprised Engla