Every series win in the southern hemisphere is a notable effort, regardless of how it is achieved. If the overall quality levels this month rarely matched Ireland’s momentous efforts in New Zealand, England are flying home with the Ella-Mobbs Trophy and the wily Eddie Jones has once again enjoyed the last laugh over his countrymen.
Never mind that England have clicked only sporadically in Australia and have been up against a Wallabies side who have frequently let them wriggle off the hook. Another series is heading northwards, with a breakaway Marcus Smith try after 55 minutes and another concerted late defensive effort proving just enough to clinch a second hard-earned victory in successive weekends.
