“When other things have let them down it’s their strong constitution that keeps them together and they fight for each other.

“Other sides in the past might have crumbled in these two games but this lot did not and they’ve got an abundance of fighting spirit.

“I’m pleased with the way they fight and hang on. There’s plenty to work on but we’ve had two very tough games and that physical edge will stand us in good stead.”

London Wasps number eight Ellis has now scored seven of his team’s 10 tries this term but paid tribute to teammates for their hard work in allowing him to ‘pop up in the right place at the right time’.

“It was a very tough game and we knew Argentina would be a big physical challenge,” he said.

“We started very well but we lost our way a bit after half-time before regrouping and digging in again. It was a really hard fought game and we’re delighted to have come away with four points at the end.

“Our blitz defence worked better that against Samoa and when some good hits go in behind the gain line from Alex Tait and the rest it can really lift a team.

“Now we’re all looking forward to New Zealand and playing at Ravenhill. It’s an experience we’re all looking forward to. The boys have all been talking about the exciting atmosphere at the ground and it’ll be a privilege to play there.”

England lie fourth in the tournament table going into their final group game as they try to secure a semi-final place with New Zealand, Australia and France the other unbeaten side.

But Argentina, Wales and South Africa could still overtake them unless England make sure with a win over the Baby Blacks at the home of Ulster rugby.

“We had a tough group and Samoa, Argentina and New Zealand were always going to be big games,” said Redman. “We came to win all three.”

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