Key Highlights Only Henry Slade, Jack van Poortvliet and captain Maro Itoje retain their starting positions from England’s previous match. Fin Pollock makes only his second England start, while Alex Coles moves to blind-side flanker to strengthen the back row. England have won all six previous Tests against Japan, including a 52-17 victory in Tokyo ...
Key Highlights: England secured a commanding victory over Australia at Allianz Stadium, scoring seven tries in an offensive showcase. The dominant performance delivered strong on-pitch backing for head coach Steve Borthwick following recent scrutiny. A listless Australia struggled to contain England’s clinical attack throughout the international fixture. England Deliver Resounding Display at Allianz Stadium England ...
Key Highlights: British track and field sprinter Amy Hunt visited the England rugby team’s training headquarters ahead of their clash with Australia. Players and coaching staff praised the four-time European gold medallist’s elite achievements and academic background. Hunt’s appearance continues head coach Steve Borthwick’s tradition of inviting elite athletes and managers to share insights with ...
Key Highlights: Marcus Smith is in prime position to start at fly-half for England against Australia following a calf injury to first-choice option Fin Smith. The 27-year-old playmaker has not started in the England number 10 jersey in 21 months, having recently been utilized as a full-back, bench utility, or even emergency scrum-half cover. Smith ...
Key Highlights: England head coach Steve Borthwick watched Bath front-rowers Beno Obano and Will Stuart overpower Exeter Chiefs at The Rec, boosting their chances for autumn selection. Injuries and lack of minutes across the prop pool position Obano and the returning Stuart as prime bench candidates behind Ellis Genge and Joe Heyes. Gloucester fly-half Charlie ...