England’s planet-record run of 18 victories came to an finish on this day in 2017 with a 13-9 loss to Ireland.
The Dublin defeat ended England’s bid for a second straight Grand Slam in the Six Nations.
Ireland overwhelmed England with their intensity and physicality as Iain Henderson’s initial-half attempt proved decisive.
England coach Eddie Jones stated he did not prepare the group effectively immediately after their planet-record run of victories came to an finish in Ireland (Lorraine O’Sullivan/PA)
England head coach Eddie Jones stated: “Everything was incorrect with the preparation mainly because we played like that.
“I take complete duty, I didn’t prepare the group effectively and we will respond in the future.
“It was a tight old game. A single or two items go your way and the game flips, they didn’t go our way right now.
“We didn’t function difficult sufficient to get these possibilities and that is what takes place.”
England had been crowned 2017 Six Nations champions regardless of losing to Ireland in Dublin (Lorraine O’Sullivan/PA)
Henderson’s attempt and eight points from the boot of Johnny Sexton place Ireland in command prior to a raucous property crowd.
Owen Farrell kicked 3 penalties for an England side who had the consolation of retaining their Six Nations title.
Ireland’s victory saw them finish second in the table, ahead of France and Scotland on points distinction.
England’s winning run of 18 Tests had matched the planet record held by New Zealand.
