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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Duncan Bech

England end losing run with nine-try thrashing of Eddie Jones’ Japan

England scored nine tries in their rout of Japan (Andrew Matthews/PA) - (PA Wire)

England ended their five-Test losing run by crushing Eddie Jones’ Japan 59-14 at Allianz Stadium in an upbeat finish to an otherwise disappointing second year for Steve Borthwick.

A 35-7 interval lead generated by five tries, including two from captain Jamie George, built a commanding position and there was no let up in the second-half with Luke Cowan-Dickie crossing twice as Japan’s line was breached four more times.

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