Dan Carter: Thinks England have the talent to beat anyone in the world
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New Zealand fly-half Dan Carter is surprised that England have not remained an elite international rugby force following their glorious year in 2003.
Sir Clive Woodward's side defeated the All Blacks 15-13 in Wellington nine years ago before going on to famously lift the World Cup.
Although they reached the final of the World Cup again in 2007 England have are still generally lagging behind the southern hemisphere superpowers.
Carter, who expects to win a fitness battle in time to face England at Twickenham on Saturday, was breaking into the All Blacks side in 2003 and remembers the Wellington loss clearly.
"Yes I'm surprised England haven't done more since 2003. They've shown the strength of their side only in patches since then," he said.
"Maybe consistency is what's been lacking. They've got the players, so talent's not an issue. They can beat any side on their day.
"It was in 2003 that I got the All Black jersey for the first time, though unfortunately I didn't get the chance to get on.
"England were in their prime and had a pretty successful year. They taught us a lesson at home. We have real pride in not losing at home and they took it to us that night."
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