Jones calls on McHugh to be strong

Australia coach Eddie Jones today called for Irish referee David McHugh to strictly police the breakdown and clamp down on any infringements in order to promote the fast, running rugby style he wants to play against England on Saturday.

Australia coach Eddie Jones today called for Irish referee David McHugh to strictly police the breakdown and clamp down on any infringements in order to promote the fast, running rugby style he wants to play against England on Saturday.

Jones is anxious that scrum-half George Gregan be allowed access to quick, clean ball, but is acutely aware of England’s tactics of slowing down possession retention in tackle and ruck situations.

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