Wasps flanker James Haskell says England coach Eddie Jones has got the best out of him.
In his 68th international appearance, Haskell delivered a man-of-the-match performance in the thrilling 39-28 victory over Australia in Brisbane on Saturday.
It was an all-action display of aggressive defence - he made 18 tackles - bullocking runs and expertise at the breakdown. He set the tone with a jarring hit on David Pocock, smashing the Wallaby No 8 backwards.
The 31-year-old openside has been revitalised under the guidance of Jones.
"Eddie treats the boys very fairly and understands that in professional sport you have to talk to people in different ways," Haskell said.
"He knows how to talk to me to get the best out of me. He's given me an opportunity and I'm really aware there are so many good players in our squad.
"He's empowered me and now I have a role in the team. He knows how to get the best out of people and knows that some people need the carrot and others the stick. I'm more of a carrot man."
England will seal their first series victory in Australia if they prevail in Melbourne next Saturday and Haskell expects the Wallabies to rally for the second Test.
"We made history because we've never won here," the Wasps captain said.
"We were being heckled from the moment we got here which is always quite fun. You know when you're in Australia because you get a lot of banter.
"It was just important to get the victory and continue the good work we did in the Six Nations.
"It was important that we can prove we can live with these teams, but next weekend is another test.
"Australia were great in patches and are a very dangerous side. They will regroup after this and the second Test will be another massive physical challenge and big occasion."