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England coach Eddie Jones said rugby’s use of red and yellow cards was “out of control” and the referee would be the most important player when the top teams meet at next year’s World Cup. Key points: Eddie Jones and Dave Rennie were both displeased with the rules mandating a yellow card for an accidental knock-on while trying to intercept Jones says Marcus Smith and Owen Farrell combination is “well developed” Rennie says the Wallabies’ depth will be tested, especially in the locks, as the injury list increases Speaking after his England side recorded a 25-17 win over the Wallabies at Lang Park on Saturday, Jones criticized the number of cards issued in the game, including for deliberate and controversial knock-ons. “I think the game has gotten out of hand,” he said. “We saw in the New Zealand-Ireland Test, at one stage the commentators couldn’t count how many players were on the pitch. Serious. They have three backs that pack scrum. “We’ve been full-fledged hogs, where everything i

Goodwin said Wednesday morning that he believes the star combo is in good shape to return to the fold. Load “I wouldn’t play them if they weren’t 100 per cent. They’re ready to go,” Goodwin said. “Both are really touching and up for the last week,” Goodwin said. “Max had a very strong session on Saturday in Adelaide and ‘Jacko’ was very similar in Melbourne.” Goodwin says the timing couldn’t be better as they prepare to face the team that most threatens their position at the top of the season. “They are a huge part of our footy team and to have them both back at once is really exciting,” said Goodwin. Goodwin believes his team is up to the challenge posed by the Cats, who have won six games in a row and have the home advantage. “It’s exciting, it feels like a final and our players are looking forward to it,” Goodwin said. “There is no bigger challenge than going to Geelong and playing at their home ground.” Geelong veteran Isaac Smith insists no scars remain from the heartbreaking de