Will Joseph made a stunning return to the England lineup by scoring four tries within the opening 25 minutes of the Nations Championship match against Japan.
The performance helped England secure a dominant position early in the contest, as reported by Yahoo Sports.
Joseph initially secured a hat-trick in the first 20 minutes of play, according to BBC Sport.
England also received scoring contributions from Freddie Steward and Ellis Genge during the match.
The team successfully claimed a bonus-point try in the 19th minute of the game, as noted in the live coverage provided by the BBC.
Japan faced additional adversity when Harry Hockings was issued a 20-minute red card following a high tackle, per BBC Sport.
Steve Borthwick’s squad entered the match aiming for a victory to maintain pressure on pool leaders France.
The outcome of this tournament is critical for teams hoping to qualify for the inaugural final scheduled for November 29, according to the tournament standings.
England maintains a historical advantage, having never lost a match to Japan.
Heading into the fixture, Japan sat fifth in the southern pool standings with only one win from four previous games, the outlets reported.
The match serves as a key test for Eddie Jones’ Japan team as they navigate the Nations Championship landscape.
Fans were able to follow the action through the BBC Radio 5 Live commentary.