In a thrilling encounter at Twickenham, Australia secured a stunning 42-37 victory over England, marked by a dramatic last-minute try from Max Jorgensen. The match was a seesaw battle, with the lead changing hands four times in the electrifying final quarter.
As the game reached its climax, England appeared set to claim victory when Marcus Smith successfully converted a try by Maro Itoje in the 78th minute. However, the resilient Wallabies managed to rally and snatch the win, marking only their second victory in 12 matches against England and their first win at Twickenham since the 2015 Rugby World Cup pool stage.
Despite their recent struggles, England began the match confidently with a try from Chandler Cunningham-South early on, following a well-executed kick from Marcus Smith. The home team’s momentum continued as Cunningham-South scored again shortly after. However, losing flanker Tom Curry to an injury shifted the dynamics, enabling Australia to seize control of the match, capitalizing on several missed tackles.
Australian center Joseph Suaalii, making his debut, provided a highlight with a stunning no-look pass that set up Tom Wright for a try. Tate McDermott later added another try, and a penalty kick from Noah Lolesio gave Australia a surprising 20-18 lead at halftime.
The second half showcased Australia’s strength as Jeremy Williams scored a spectacular try, stretching their advantage to ten points. Nevertheless, England fought back, with Ollie Sleightholme scoring twice to briefly reclaim the lead. The match continued to swing back and forth, creating a nail-biting finish.
With time running out, Australia managed to pull ahead once again thanks to a breakaway try from Andrew Kellaway. England responded with Itoje’s try, believed to have put them on the path to victory. Yet, in the dying moments, Jorgensen’s late score capped off Australia’s remarkable comeback, setting the stage for a promising tour.
Looking ahead, England will face world champions South Africa next Saturday, while Australia will take on Wales on Sunday. The resilience shown by both teams suggests thrilling matches to come in the rugby calendar.
This game exemplifies the unpredictable and exciting nature of rugby, showcasing the never-give-up attitude that can lead to unexpected victories.
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