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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Duncan Bech

Eddie Jones will relish pantomime villain role, claims Ellis Genge

Eddie Jones returns to Twickenham on Sunday as Japan boss (Bradley Collyer/PA) - (PA Archive)

Ellis Genge knows Japan boss Eddie Jones will be happy performing the role of pantomime villain when he plots England’s downfall at Allianz Stadium on Sunday.

Jones is facing England at Twickenham for the first time since he was sacked in 2022 and the 64-year-old returns under a cloud because of claims made about his management style during his seven years in charge.

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