England's Jones and Bern Identify Areas for Improvement After Convincing Win

Despite securing a 33-12 victory over Ireland in their Women's Six Nations opener, England's Megan Jones and Sarah Bern acknowledged that there is still room for improvement. The win, which marked England's 34th consecutive Test victory, was achieved through tries from Bern, Amy Cockayne, Jess Breach, and Ellie Kildunne. However, Jones noted that the team was not at its best, citing pre-match nerves as a factor. "Given the magnitude of this campaign following our World Cup success, it was inevitable that we would experience some nerves," Jones explained. Bern also recognized that the team's new composition, with several young players, would take time to gel. "With a new mix of players and a number of youngsters on board, we didn't expect a flawless performance," she said. "While there were aspects to celebrate, there are also areas that warrant reflection. Nonetheless, the electric atmosphere in the stadium was a significant factor in our success."