Eddie Jones has risked provoking fury among England supporters by describing Saturday’s do-or-die second Test with Australia as practice for the World Cup
‘Everything is geared towards the World Cup,’ says Jones
Jones has handed debuts to Guy Porter and Tommy Freeman, as well as a first start to Jack van Poortvliet, and though the England head coach is under increasing pressure to deliver results he and the captain, Courtney Lawes, have claimed a good performance in Brisbane is more important than gaining victory.
Jones admitted he was tempted to hand Henry Arundell a full debut after his stunning cameo last week, but, with the 19-year-old having to manage his training load after a calf injury that ruled him out of the pre-tour Barbarians defeat, the head coach has opted for caution. Freeman’s performance at full‑back that day was one of few bright spots for England.
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