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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Duncan Bech

England suffer Six Nations defeat to Ireland after early red card for Charlie Ewels

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England’s courageous attempt to overcome the red card shown to Charlie Ewels just 82 seconds into a compelling Six Nations title clash fell agonisingly short as Ireland emerged 32-15 winners at Twickenham to keep their hopes of lifting the trophy alive.

Ewels became the fastest sending-off in the history of the tournament for a head-led tackle on James Ryan that also lacked any attempt to wrap his arms and ended the concussed Leinster second row’s afternoon.

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