England lost 23-18 to Italy in the Six Nations, their defeat highlighting a critical flaw in their kick-heavy strategy. Fin Smith scored the decisive try for England after going off script, but head coach Steve Borthwick failed to adapt the rigid approach that dominated the tournament. The team's inability to change tactics under pressure, coupled with costly yellow cards from Sam Underhill and Maro Itoje, exposed fundamental weaknesses. England's lack of urgency and failure to express their talent in attack left them looking predictable and underwhelmed by their potential.