England’s world-record run of 18 victories got here to an finish on today in 2017 with a 13-9 loss to Ireland.
The Dublin defeat ended England’s bid for a second straight Grand Slam within the Six Nations.
Ireland overwhelmed England with their depth and physicality as Iain Henderson’s first-half attempt proved decisive.
England head coach Eddie Jones stated: “Everything was wrong with the preparation because we played like that.
“I take full responsibility, I didn’t prepare the team well and we will respond in the future.
“It was a tight old game. One or two things go your way and the game flips, they didn’t go our way today.
“We didn’t work hard enough to get those opportunities and that’s what happens.”
Henderson’s attempt to eight factors from the boot of Johnny Sexton put Ireland in command earlier than a raucous dwelling crowd.
Owen Farrell kicked three penalties for an England facet who had the comfort of retaining their Six Nations title.
Ireland’s victory noticed them end second within the desk, forward of France and Scotland on factors distinction.
England’s profitable run of 18 Tests had matched the world document held by New Zealand.