Joseph scores record-equalling five tries as England rout Japan

Will Joseph scored five tries as England overwhelmed Japan, equalling the national record for tries by one player in a match. His return to Test rugby after four years, following a difficult spell at club level and losing hearing in his left ear, strengthens his case for a place against New Zealand next weekend.

England led 32-3 inside 20 minutes and capitalised after Japan lock Harry Hockings received a 20-minute red card for a high tackle. Joseph is the fifth England player to score five tries in a match; the others are Douglas Lambert, Rory Underwood, Josh Lewsey and Henry Arundell. Max Ojomoh helped create several scores, while Greg Fisilau also impressed, and George Ford missed some early conversions.