England “didn’t throw a punch” in their defeat against 14-man Australia, hooker Jamie George says.
Three Wallabies players were injured and Darcy Swain was sent to the stands. This put England in a strong position for the series opener.
However, the tourists managed to slip away a five-point lead and only returned to 30-28. This was a result that was contrary to Australia's second half dominance.
George declared, “We are our own worst enemies at time,”
The 31-year-old was able to continue his work BBC Radio 5 Live's Rugby Union Weekly: “We probably gave that game to them.
“We had a great chance to win it. It was disappointing that we didn't make a move, which is so sad.”
Jones: Red card “evened up” match – Jones
After a disappointing Six Nations, England lost its fourth consecutive match.
This may rekindle the desire for England to hire a new head coach. However, the Rugby Football Union is not able to comment on it. showed public support for Eddie Jones After the Six Nations.
Jones expressed disappointment at Saturday's defeat, saying: “I'm sorry that we've lost. The results aren’t good enough. I understand that, and that it is my responsibility. We will do everything we can to reverse it.”
Jones stated that Swain's red cards may have “evened” the match and that referees “help the team with red cards”.
Jones stated, “It is social reciprocity, it occurs, that's normal, and we have to be good enough for it to happen,” Jones added.
“That's what happens in every game I've ever seen of rugby. They are nice guys and referees. I don't criticize the referees. I'm not using it to excuse rugby.
“Actions are more important than words” is what you need
George stated that England needed to have “an open and honest conversation” before the second Test at Brisbane on 9 July. This would allow them to identify problems in their game, but not take action.
George was asked what England wanted to do with a five-point lead. He said that there were a few things they were after, one being discipline.
“Obviously that message did not go through, because it was poorly received by us in the last twenty minutes.”
George said that the “messaging going in” was “another topic we've talked about in Six Nations”.
He continued, “We're trying messages but we've still got people giving away silly penalties.”
“This is an area that we must cover and ensure there are actions, not just words.”
Hunt: ‘Farrell & Smith underwhelming'
England was not victorious in two Six Nations matches in 2022. Their lack of a cohesive approach was also a talking point.
Owen Farrell was able to return from injury to take the start at inside center against Australia. He was partnered by Marcus Smith, a 23-year-old flyhalf, but it wasn't easy for them to win.
Eddie Jones, England's head coach, has stated that he doesn't expect perfection from his team right now and is prioritising 2023 World Cup.
However, Natasha Hunt, England's women's scrum half, questioned if partnerships like Smith and Farrell should be more established when the tournament starts in 14 months.
She stated, “The World Cup will be here soon.”
“You must be working on your combinations. Farrell and Smith have been the subject of a lot discussion, and I was not impressed by their combination.
“I don't understand how we're trying attack.”
