England winger Joe Cokanasiga is hoping his fresh perspective can help him force his way into Steve Borthwick’s World Cup squad. Cokanasiga burst onto the international scene five years ago and was part of Eddie Jones’ World Cup squad four years ago, but injuries have meant he has picked up just a handful more caps since.
The Bath winger scored two tries in his single appearance in Japan against the USA, but missed much of the tournament due to a knee injury that has caused him regular trouble. It was not until the summer of 2021 that Cokanasiga would play again for England, and he is still yet to appear under new boss Borthwick, but the winger hopes a new mentality developed through mindfulness can help him punch his ticket to France.
“Bittersweet is the right word,” reflected Cokanasiga. “I was grateful to experience my first World Cup at a young age. Having that knee injury taught me a lot afterwards, it’s taught be a lot now how to look after myself. “It is a blessing in disguise that makes you more grateful for when you are training and playing.
