CLOSE-UP MAX MALINS

Bristol full-back v KOTARO MATSUSHIMA Clermont full-back

Clermont’s Japanese star must take the honours with his spectacular hat-trick but there was almost nothing to chose between the two fullbacks. Malins was outstanding for the well beaten Bears, at the heart of all the best attacking moments and although seen as a ‘finisher’ for England must be pressing hard for a start. Matsushima, has pace, a good step and a well developed nose for a try.