Caelan Doris: It's gutting but we definitely didn't underestimate England

Marcus Smith's late drop goal saw England end Ireland's Grand Slam hopes.
Caelan Doris: It's gutting but we definitely didn't underestimate England

GUTTED: Caelan Doris of Ireland after his side's defeat to England. Photo by Harry Murphy/Sportsfile

Caelan Doris insists Ireland did not underestimate England after Marcus Smith’s last gasp drop goal ended their hopes of landing back-to-back Grand Slams.

Andy Farrell’s men were strong favourites to secure the victory they needed at Twickenham to re-claim the Six Nations title and put them just one win away, against Scotland in Dublin next Saturday, from retaining their Grand Slam crown as well.

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