England full-back Mike Brown has been named Six Nations Player of the Championship after securing over 34% of the 68,000 votes cast by fans.
Brown, 28, scored four tries, including two in a man of the match performance against Italy, and was also man of the match against Scotland and Ireland.
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Brown said: “I’m extremely grateful and proud to win this award, particularly as it’s decided by the supporters.”
Retiring Ireland legend Brian O’Driscoll, 35, came second.
The centre’s 14-year international career ended with Ireland winning in France to claim the 2014 Six Nations title.
The 16-man shortlist for the award was decided through match statistics and analysis across a set range of criteria from matches in this year’s competition.
England coach Stuart Lancaster said: “Congratulations to Mike for winning this accolade. He has been consistently strong for us throughout the competition and put in some outstanding performances.”
Player of the Championships
- 2014: Mike Brown (England)
- 2013: Leigh Halfpenny (Wales)
- 2012: Dan Lydiate (Wales)
- 2011: Andrea Masi (Italy)
- 2010: Tommy Bowe (Ireland)
- 2009: Brian O’Driscoll (Ireland)
- 2008: Shane Williams (Wales)