Many England players were involved in the unsuccessful British and Irish Lions tour to New Zealand in 2005; where they were beaten 3–0 by the All Blacks. The England coach Andy Robinson was also part of Clive Woodward's coaching team on the tour. There was a brief break before the 2005 end of year internationals and the 2006 Six Nations Championship. England hosted Australia on 12 November at Twickenham where England beat their old rivals 26–16. The following week (19 November) the All Blacks visited Twickenham and eventually ran out 23–19 winners over England. Despite the loss England's performance was considered an indication they would better compete in the 2006 Six Nations.