Samu Kerevi Defends Eddie Jones Despite World Cup Failure
- Eddie Jones resigned as Wallabies coach in October 2023 after a poor World Cup performance.
- Current players reflected on their experiences under Jones while introducing their new coach Joe Schmidt.
- Samu Kerevi emphasized the value of Jones's coaching style and recognized the fresh environment created under Schmidt.
Following a difficult World Cup campaign in France, Eddie Jones resigned as Wallabies coach in October 2023. His controversial coaching methods have sparked discussions even after his departure. At a press conference before a Test against England, Wallabies players Samu Kerevi and Lukhan Salakaia-Loto praised the new coach, Joe Schmidt, but also acknowledged the lasting impact of Jones’s coaching. Kerevi reflected on the pressures felt under Jones’s leadership, emphasizing that it depended less on fear and more on individual interpretation of excellence. Kerevi reported a positive relationship with Jones and recognized the significance of his coaching approach, which focused on fundamental skills and attention to detail. Meanwhile, former Wallaby Morgan Turinui predicts that Joseph Suaalii will shine in the upcoming match against England, highlighting anticipation as Australia prepares for the challenge.