A clear favourite to replace Eddie Jones emerges
After yet another damaging defeat for England on Saturday, William Hill make Steve Borthwick the 3/1 favourite to replace Eddie Jones as head coach.
The defeat marks the fourth loss in a row for Jones’ side and with pressure growing on the Australian, a change could be in the offing. Borthwick looks the obvious choice given Leicester’s impressive season, which saw them win the Premiership – their first title since 2013.
Exeter Chiefs coach Rob Baxter is the close second favourite at 4/1, while Canterbury Crusaders coach Scott Robertson is 6/1 with Warren Gatland and Andy Farrell also in the running at 8/1.
William Hill spokesperson, Tony Kenny, said: “The pressure is ramping up on Eddie Jones after a pretty abject performance against Australia at the weekend and a change could be on the cards.
“The 3/1 favourite to replace Jones is Steve Borthwick, who has impressed many with how he’s marshalled Leicester on their way to Premiership glory this season.
“Rob Baxter comes next at 4/1, while Scott Robertson (6/1), Warren Gatland (8/1) and Andy Farrell (8/1) also look to be under consideration.”
Next England Head Coach after Eddie Jones:
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Steve Borthwick
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3/1
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Rob Baxter
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4/1
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Scott Robertson
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6/1
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Warren Gatland
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8/1
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Andy Farrell
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8/1
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Shaun Edwards
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10/1
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Joe Schmit
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12/1
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BAR
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16/1
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