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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Ed Elliot

FORGOTTEN HISTORY: Steve borthwick hints at england s inexperience as ireland claim bonus point win | History Defined

England were unable to hold on to their lead in Dublin (Brian Lawless/PA) - (PA Wire)

Steve Borthwick pointed to England’s relative inexperience as he defended recent results following a 27-22 loss to “world-class” Ireland in his side’s Guinness Six Nations opener.

Back-to-back champions Ireland increased pressure on rival head coach Borthwick after tries from Jamison Gibson-Park, Bundee Aki, Tadhg Beirne and Dan Sheehan secured a comeback, bonus-point success in Dublin.

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