Mitchell helps mastermind England’s drive for glory

Eddie Jones’ ability to deliver a one-liner — aside from his coaching ability — means he will always attract the headlines, but with England 80 minutes away from World Cup glory, it is the work of defence coach John Mitchell whichis one of the most important aspects of the Red Rose’s success.

The New Zealander has helped take the men in white to the next level since joining Jones’ set-up as defence chief in September of last year and his imprint on the side was more than obvious as England shut out the country of his birth in last Saturday’s semi-final in Yokohama.