England launched their bid for Six Nations glory with an emphatic and chastening 48-7 mauling of a sorry Wales at Allianz Stadium, Twickenham.
After France dismantled Eire in Thursday’s match opener, England have been tasked with underscoring their standing as chief rivals to the reigning champions – a problem they rose to in ruthless vogue.
Wales have been architects of their very own downfall, buckling repeatedly below England’s brutal dominance, which noticed Henry Arundell run in a primary‑half hat‑trick, Ben Earl cross over, and the guests lowered to 13 as Nicky Smith and Dewi Lake have been sin‑binned.
Wales travelled to Twickenham with expectations at an all‑time low, however this drubbing – made heavier by second‑half scores from Tom Roebuck and Tommy Freeman and a penalty attempt – supplied a sobering actuality verify for Steve Tandy’s squad, with the magnitude of the duty at hand laid naked.
For Steve Borthwick and England, a complete bonus-point victory extends their Take a look at successful streak to 12 video games forward of subsequent week’s Calcutta Cup conflict towards Scotland at Murrayfield.
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What’s subsequent?
England journey to Murrayfield to face Scotland for the Calcutta Cup on February 14 at 4.40pm, whereas Wales host defending champions France in Cardiff on February 15 at 3.10pm.
