Lewsey predicts more England 'heartache'

Josh Lewsey today admitted England are still 18 months away from developing into a side capable of beating the best in the world.

Tue, 01 Mar, 2005 - 17:35

Josh Lewsey today admitted England are still 18 months away from developing into a side capable of beating the best in the world.

England’s RBS 6 Nations defeat to Ireland on Sunday was their ninth in 14 Tests since winning the World Cup and they have not made a worse start to the championship in 18 years.

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