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Published 21:41 9 Aug 2017 BST
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The Leinster lock was an utter nuisance to the Aussies at lineout time - stealing thrice and disrupting another couple - and she was fearless and committed in the loose.
Put in a full, 80-minute plus shift and was there scrapping away over loose balls or driving back yellow shirts as the clock wound down. Has been on the scene for years but will hopefully continue with this impressive form for the entire tournament.
Was named Player of the Match and there was not a single person disagreeing with the call.
Converted from a back three player to a back row in the past six months. The Ulster star is five years in the Irish set-up now and has bulked to help give her a fighting chance in the pack, and at the breakdown.
While Claire Molloy and Heather O'Brien were notable for their bullish carries, Baxter was the breakdown menace that got under Australian skin. Made a series a big tackles in the second half as Ireland soaked up phase after phase and, for the most part, stood firm.
Another that was there at the death and flinging herself in harm's way for Ireland's cause.
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