Even though I am no fan of fast Eddie I am desperate for England to win any test we play. However like others I look at the team and think they can be a match for anyone. But it is Eddie Jones, how he sets us up, how he micromanages, how he seems to have little empathy for the players, and tries to be too clever for his own good. To hear him say we are not going to play attacking rugby until the world cup, or player positions don't really matter is perplexing and befuddling all in one.
Ireland are strong favorites for this test. They have consistency in selection, settled combinations, and also most importantly can play for 80 minutes. We are so in and out of a test in terms of intensity and control that this could be painful viewing.
I truly think we have the resources and players to be consistently at the top al la the ABs. I think the weakness is the head coach.