Eddie Jones is running out of matches to find that winning formula ahead of the Rugby World Cup.
The next opportunity England will have to turn things around is their summer tour to Australia - a three-Test series in July. The big question for Jones is: does he stick or twist?
Below, we look at three players who will almost definitely not travel whether due to injury or personal choice.
#1. Anthony Watson
The 28-year-old Watson is recovering from a serious knee injury sustained in October, but the prolific Lion has been considering his next career move during the rehab process.
He has been linked to former club London Irish, Wasps and Sale, but the Tigers are regarded as favourites to sign him. Sale announced yesterday that they are bringing in another wing, Exeter’s Tom O’Flaherty, at the end of this season.
Reports suggest he won't be fit for down under and will instead look to have a full pre-season with a view to returning to the England fold in the Autumn.
Anthony Watson of Bath Rugby arrives for the Gallagher Premiership Rugby Match between Bristol Bears and Bath Rugby at Ashton Gate on 1 Oct. Photo: Tom Sandberg/PPAUK
#2. Joe Marler
Marler has reportedly withdrawn himself from England's plans for the three-Test tour of Australia.
The decision to skip the tour looks unlikely to affect his England prospects after he missed the same tour by choice back in 2016.
Joe Marler of England celebrates after winning during the Autumn Nations Match between England and Tonga at Twickenham Stoop on 6 November 2021. Photo: Tom Sandberg/PPAUK
#4. Ben Youngs
Replacement: Raffi Quirke
It's unlikely that the scrum-half will travel to Australia due to personal reasons after he pulled out of the 2021 Lions tour. As a result, it would be great to get a better look at exciting playmaker Raffi Quirke following his impressive cameo appearances during the Autumn Nations Series.
Ben Youngs of England Rugby during the Six Nations Championship, 127th Calcutta Cup match between England and Scotland at Twickenham Stadium, Twickenham, London on February 6 2021. - PHOTO: Phil Mingo/PPAUK
