Writing in the Sydney Morning Herald, Duncan Johnstone is impressed by the All Blacks showing against Ireland and one rising stat in particular.
"No hype surrounds Benson Stanley - unlike another young man about to push his claims for the All Blacks No.12 jersey - but the Auckland inside-centre showed why understatement can still be fashionable, especially in a provincial setting like New Plymouth.
"Let's get one thing straight - this was a good night to debut as the Irish capitulated through a mix of their own foolishness and relentless All Blacks pressure.
"But there was more than enough from Stanley to suggest he will be a worthy candidate as the selectors ponder their options for the World Cup next year."
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