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England v Japan: Eddie Jones Sets Sights on Chaos and Upset

  • On Saturday, England crushed Japan 78-15 at Twickenham, with winger Will Joseph equaling the national single-test record by scoring five tries in his second international appearance.
  • Head coach Steve Borthwick billed the match as a World Cup squad audition, fielding a revamped side with 10 personnel changes to assess fringe players and test team depth.
  • Joseph scored from his first touch inside 60 seconds, completed a hat-trick in 19 minutes, and secured a fourth try before halftime, showcasing explosive early dominance.
  • England ran in 13 tries, their highest score in 23 years, with contributions from Freddie Steward, Ellis Genge, and Greg Fisilau amplifying the one-sided rout.
  • Next Saturday, England faces the All Blacks at Allianz Stadium, with Joseph in pole position to replace injured winger Immanuel Feyi-Waboso as the Nations Championship final looms.
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Planet Rugby broke the news in Dunedin, New Zealand on Tuesday, November 10, 2026.
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