England vs New Zealand Predictions & Tips - Jones’ England backed to beat All Blacks

I am backing England to win against the odds.

New Zealand have won six of their last seven matches against England. It was however England who won the biggest one last time out, the 2019 Rugby World Cup semi-final 19-7.

England have been inconsistent over 2022 and Eddie Jones selections have been baffling at times as well. During the Six Nations England lost to Ireland, Scotland and France to finish fourth.

In June they bounced back to beat Australia 2-1 away from home after losing the opening test of the series. That would have given the squad some confidence but they then began the November incoming tours with a 30-29 defeat to Argentina.

Last week the English bounced back well again, beating Japan 52-13 at Twickenham. Despite a slow start England started showing signs of returning to their best.

Sam Simmonds and Billy Vunipola are both in the England back-row to combat the power the All Blacks will bring.

New Zealand have not been at their best this year but they’ve still been good enough to win the Rugby Championship. Despite a 2-1 series defeat at home to Ireland, the All Blacks rallied in the Rugby Championship despite losing to South Africa and Argentina.

Over the last three weeks the All Blacks have been very good at times, but old failings have also shown on occasion. A narrow 38-31 win over Japan began their November internationals but that was followed by a commanding 55-23 win over Wales.

Last week New Zealand were less convincing but still managed a 31-23 victory against Scotland. Fortune favoured the All Blacks on the day but they will have to be better at Twickenham.

Ian Foster is back to his best side this weekend as Brodie Retallick returns for his 100th test. Foster has made seven changes to the side that faced Scotland.