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Talking points as England host Wales in World Cup warm-up

England need a response after comprehensive defeat in Cardiff.

The Independent UK · Aug 11, 2023

Eddie Jones rolls dice on youth in high risk-high return approach for Rugby World Cup

The Australia coach has stayed true to his word by rewarding form regardless of age or status in his 33-man squad for the tournament in France

The Guardian - AU · Aug 11, 2023

Caution will not win this World Cup: England need to find attacking fluency

The pressure is growing on Steve Borthwick to get more out of the crowd-pleasing talents that undoubtedly exist within his squad

The Guardian - UK · Aug 10, 2023

Zak Hardaker admits repaying Leigh coach for his faith would be ‘pretty special’

Leigh could cap a remarkable return to the big time by beating Hull KR at Wembley on Saturday.

The Independent UK · Aug 10, 2023

Scotland boss ‘confident’ Ben White will make World Cup despite injury setback

The 25-year-old was forced off in clear discomfort with an ankle problem at Murrayfield last weekend.

The Independent UK · Aug 10, 2023

Internet delights in Ronan O’Gara’s expletive-laden Irish-French team talk

The former Ireland international is one of rugby’s most highly-regarded young coaches

The Independent UK · Aug 10, 2023

England vs Wales: Kick-off time, TV channel, team news, lineups, venue, odds today

England and Wales do battle once again today in another Rugby World Cup warm-up clash.

Evening Standard · Aug 9, 2023

Former rugby star’s Irish-accented French team talk hailed as ‘absolutely glorious’

La Rochelle coach Ronan O’Gara lights up the internet seamlessly blending French with English with a few choice words

The Guardian - UK · Aug 9, 2023

Ellis Genge reckons Rugby World Cup in France will be a ‘wide open’ tournament

Only four countries have won the competition in nine previous stagings.

The Independent UK · Aug 9, 2023

Borthwick to call on cavalry with Farrell poised to lead England against Wales

Steve Borthwick is expected to call on some experienced players for England’s clash with Wales on Saturday with the captain Owen Farrell set to return

The Guardian - UK · Aug 9, 2023