‘I’m committed to Australia’: Eddie Jones says he’s had no discussions with Japanese rugby
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Eddie Jones Affirms Loyalty to Australian RugbyWallabies coach denies talks with Japan, committed to Australia through 2027 despite World Cup setbacks.
Key FactsOct 12, 2023 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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- Eddie Jones has returned to Australia affirming his dedication to the national rugby program.
- He denies having discussions with Japanese rugby officials about a coaching role.
- Jones holds a contract with Rugby Australia until the end of 2027 and aims to lead the team at the 2027 home World Cup.
- Rugby Australia’s leadership continues to support Jones despite the team’s failure to reach the knockout stages.
I've had no discussions with them, mate.— Eddie Jones, Australian Wallabies coach, denying reports he had spoken to Japan Rugby about the head coach role.
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Key FactsEddie Jones backs Wallabies despite two defeats
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- The Wallabies lost their first two matches against South Africa in Pretoria and Argentina at CommBank Stadium.
- Jones appeared visibly frustrated after the Argentina defeat and said he had probably ruined three radios in the coaches’ box.
- He said he was 100 per cent confident that Australia could implement the necessary changes through hard work in training and improve in the next few weeks.
- Australia missed the chance to move into sixth place, fell to eighth, and saw Argentina rise to seventh.
"There was probably no one more despondent than me. I probably ruined three radios in the coach’s box."— Eddie Jones, Wallabies coach, reflecting on the despondency of fans after recent losses
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