Max Jorgensen’s stunning last-minute try propelled Australia to a thrilling 42-37 victory over England in an action-packed match at Twickenham, where the lead changed hands four times in the final quarter. England briefly seemed to have secured the win when Marcus Smith successfully converted Maro Itoje’s 78th-minute try, but the resilient Wallabies fought back to clinch an unexpected victory.
This win marked only Australia’s second triumph in their last twelve encounters with England and their first at Twickenham since the 2015 Rugby World Cup pool stage. The defeat continued England’s woes, as it was their fourth consecutive loss.
The match kicked off with England demonstrating their prowess early on, as Ollie Lawrence assisted Chandler Cunningham-South for a try just five minutes in. Lawrence found the try zone again shortly after, exploiting a quick tap penalty. However, England’s momentum faltered when flanker Tom Curry was injured, and Australia capitalized on defensive lapses, showcasing adventurous play with a remarkable no-look pass by Joseph Suaalii leading to a try by Tom Wright.
Australia took the lead into halftime, surprising the crowd at Twickenham. They continued their offensive in the second half, with Jeremy Williams scoring in the corner. England countered with tries from Ollie Sleightholme, who demonstrated great poise and skill, but the back-and-forth continued until Jorgensen’s late heroics sealed the victory for Australia.
As England prepares to face the world champions South Africa next weekend, they will need to regroup to break their losing streak. Meanwhile, Australia is set to take on Wales, encouraged by their successful opening to the grand slam tour.
This exciting match serves as a reminder of the unpredictable nature of rugby and the joy it brings to fans as matches can turn dramatically in the closing moments. It also highlights the potential for growth and resilience in both teams as they navigate their forthcoming challenges.
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