Eddie Jones had demanded that World Rugby to sharpen up their refereeing around the scrum after England's set-piece dominance could not prevent defeat by Ireland.
Despite a red card to lock Charlie Ewels after just 82 seconds, England won six penalties at the set piece but Ireland escaped without further sanction.
“I’m a bit disappointed the referee didn’t allow us to scrum fully,” said Jones.
“That would be my only complaint. And we weren’t allowed to play advantage away from the scrum.
“We got four scrum penalties and there was no sign of a yellow card. If World Rugby wants to have a scrum in the game they have got to allow strong scrums to allow themselves to dominate. We’re a bit disappointed we didn’t get a lot more out of that mate.
“He (Ewels) is disappointed. No one apportions blame. It was a genuine attempt to make a good tackle. His head was just in the wrong spot and we’ve got no questions about the red card.”
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We pick four players we think deserve a chance in the England XV following the spirited defeat against Ireland in the Six Nations.
#1. Charlie Ewels
Telegraph: "Regardless of public opinion and how his sending off affected the spectacle, modern players know that they must tackle lower. Unforgivably clumsy."
Rugby Pass: "Received the earliest red card in international rugby history after only 82 seconds for his dangerous tackle on James Ryan who was left concussed. Ewels failed to bend into the tackle and as a result made forceful and direct contact with his opposite number’s head."
Replacement: Joe Launchbury
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#2. Kyle Sinckler
Telegraph: "Had the beating of Healy at the scrummage, which became the source of England’s resurgence until his departure just before half-time."
Rugby Pass: "Less prominent than usual with ball in hand as part of a seven-man pack but distinguished himself with a thumping defensive hit on his own line which caused the concussion that forced him from the field."
However, will likely miss next Saturday's game after failing an HIA.
Replacement: Will Stuart
Final whistle celebrations for Ellis Genge of England Rugby, \Kyle Sinckler of England Rugby and Joe Marler of England Rugby after the Six Nations Championship match between England and Wales at Twickenham Stadium, Twickenham, London on February 26th 2021. - PHOTO: Phil Mingo/PPAUK
#3.Max Malins
Telegraph: "There might not be more accomplished footballers playing in England but there are certainly better wings. Was dominated physically by Lowe. "
Replacement: Adam Radwan
Max Malins of England Rugby during the Six Nations Championship match between England and Wales at Twickenham Stadium, Twickenham, London on February 26th 2021. - PHOTO: Phil Mingo/PPAUK
#4. Tom Curry
Telegraph 6/10: "Was as effervescent as ever before departing to what looked like a serious hamstring injury in the 15th minute."
Replacement: Sam Underhill
