Max Jorgensen’s spectacular late try secured a thrilling 42-37 victory for Australia against England at Twickenham in a high-octane match featuring ten tries and multiple lead changes in the final minutes.
As the clock wound down, it looked like England had clinched the win when Marcus Smith converted Maro Itoje’s 78th-minute score. However, the resilient Wallabies rallied to secure an upset victory, marking only their second win in 12 encounters with England and their first triumph at Twickenham since the 2015 World Cup both, leaving the English team reeling after their fourth consecutive defeat.
The match began with England taking an early lead through a well-executed try by Chandler Cunningham-South, following a clever kick from Marcus Smith. England quickly added another try, but their momentum shifted when flanker Tom Curry was knocked out early on, allowing Australia to capitalize and control the game with aggressive plays and taking advantage of missed tackles.
Tom Wright and Harry Wilson scored for Australia, propelling them to a surprising 20-18 lead by halftime. The second half saw Australia begin strong, with Jeremy Williams scoring another try, but England fought back with two tries from replacement wing Ollie Sleightholme, which briefly gave them a 30-28 lead.
The tense back-and-forth continued until Australia snatched victory at the last moment, with Jorgensen crossing the line to seal the win. Next, England will face reigning world champions South Africa, while Australia will go up against Wales.
This thrilling match highlights the unpredictable nature of rugby and the potential for dramatic comebacks, embodying the spirit of competition. Fans can look forward to exciting rematches ahead, as both teams continue to refine their strategies for upcoming encounters.
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