England need to be physical and adaptable to realise a winning formula | Nick Evans

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Adopting a strategy of squeeze and strangle, Eddie Jones’ team gave Ireland little room to handle the constant pressure

There was so much to like about England’s performance in Dublin but of the things that impressed me most, the way they handled the breakdown is right up there. Twelve months ago it was such a problematic area of their game but on Saturday’s evidence it is becoming a strength. They haven’t reinvented the wheel but the biggest improvement is their decision-making.

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Written by Nick Evans
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