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Steve Borthwick plotting England evolution not revolution after World Cup resurgence

There won't be a totally new start at Twickenham despite the looming retirements of several senior players

Evening Standard · Oct 23, 2023

Why England will come back stronger from Rugby World Cup heartache

Another defeat to South Africa, but a different feeling from 2019: Steve Borthwick’s side now have reason for optimism after almost stunning the Springboks in the semi-finals

The Independent UK · Oct 23, 2023

Sunak: Rugby chiefs should look 'carefully' at claims South African player used racial slur against Tom Curry

The Prime Minister intervenes on the alleged racism incident during England's semi-final against South Africa

Evening Standard · Oct 23, 2023

Courtney Lawes to retire from England duty after World Cup: ‘It’s time’

The forward is England’s fifth most-capped male player of all-time

The Independent UK · Oct 22, 2023

Ben Vellacott feels new faces will be crucial for Edinburgh after Dragons victory

Ben Vellacott reckons the new recruits will help Edinburgh move forward after their victory against the Dragons.

The National (Scotland) · Oct 22, 2023

Glasgow claim biggest ever Leinster win as George Horne enjoys special moment

Glasgow Warriors got their URC season underway with an impressive 43-25 win over Leinster as Geroge Horne caps his 100th appearance in style.

The National (Scotland) · Oct 22, 2023

Really good but not perfect – Shaun Wane wants more from England after Tonga win

England claimed a 22-18 win at the Totally Wicked Stadium.

The Independent UK · Oct 22, 2023

Tom Johnstone second-half brace helps England edge out Tonga in series opener

England ran out 22-18 winners in St Helens in the first of three matches between the teams.

The Independent UK · Oct 22, 2023

‘We are the bomb squad’: How South Africa’s not-so-secret weapon turned Rugby World Cup semi-final

The Springboks came from behind to dramatically beat England in Paris and had their uniquely-styled replacements to thank

The Independent UK · Oct 22, 2023

Danny Care hoping England’s World Cup efforts have won over disillusioned fans

Steve Borthwick’s men had came under fire before the tournament but were minutes away from reaching the World Cup final.

The Independent UK · Oct 22, 2023