England’s shocking 31-20 Calcutta Cup defeat to Scotland at Murrayfield has left many in disbelief! 🏉 After storming into Edinburgh with 12 straight wins, dreams of a Grand Slam have come crashing down. The UK media has been quick to express their shock, labelling the performance as one of England’s worst in recent memory.
Maro Itoje and his team were unable to withstand Scotland’s fierce attack, leaving them scrambling and searching for answers. What was meant to be a ‘bulletproof’ performance quickly turned into a nightmare, with mistakes piling up and the team’s discipline unraveling. Key players, once hailed as stars, found themselves struggling in the unforgiving glare of Murrayfield’s lights.
The media reaction has been intense:
– Oliver Brown from The Telegraph didn’t pull punches, noting England turned into a parody of themselves on the field.
– Alex Lowe from The Times highlighted that Scotland was in dreamland, celebrating their fifth victory in six years against England.
– Sir Clive Woodward from the Daily Mail called it a reality check for Borthwick’s squad, urging them to face up to their errors.
– Gerard Meagher from The Guardian emphasised the systemic issues that plagued the team, leaving their Grand Slam hopes in tatters.
Despite the dismal performance, there’s a silver lining: England gets another chance to regroup and seek redemption against Ireland next week. 🙌
Can England turn things around and reclaim their form, or will this defeat have lasting repercussions on their Six Nations campaign? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below! 🗣️ #SixNations #CalcuttaCup #RugbyUnion