With England already guaranteed top spot in Pool D, Porter was always confident Steve Borthwick's side would show their ability to progress to the knockout stages of the Rugby World Cup.
Exclusive - With aspirations to go to the Olympics and represent England at the 2025 World Cup, Jones is hoping a new chapter with Leicester Tigers can help her achieve her ambitions.
Prior to turning out for the Barbarians at Twickenham to take on a World XV coached by Steve Hansen, Leicester Tigers and England hooker spoke to Joe Harvey about his return from long-term injury and why pre-season starts now.
Leicester Tigers will have the services of Chris Ashton for the Gallagher Premiership semi-final against Sale after his red-card decision was overturned.
Harlequins made most of Chris Ashton's red card as they edged out Leicester Tigers 20-17 in the final league game at Mattioli Woods Welford Road Stadium on Saturday.
Chris Ashton starred with a hat-trick as Leicester made most of the red card to Olly Woodburn defeating Exeter Chiefs 62-19 in the 22nd round of the Gallagher Premiership at Mattioli Woods Welford Road Stadium.