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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Duncan Bech

Eddie Jones leaves England role as Steve Borthwick waits in the wings

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Eddie Jones has been sacked as the head coach of England less than a year out from the 2023 Rugby World Cup, with Leicester Tigers head coach Steve Borthwick set to replace him.

The Rugby Football Union (RFU) decided to part ways with the Australian after seven years in charge, following a review of England’s dismal autumn results.

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