The Latest Breaking News from England

Half a month’s rain could fall in an hour in parts as weather warnings extended

The Met Office said there is a ‘small chance’ lives could be put at risk during the storms.

The Independent UK · Sep 17, 2023

Is England vs Japan on TV? Channel, start time and how to watch Rugby World Cup

Everything you need to know ahead of the Pool D fixture

The Independent UK · Sep 17, 2023

Japan aim to conjure spirit of 2019 and build on rugby legacy against England

Brave Blossoms have been inspirational in the past two World Cups but are still working to grow the sport’s popularity

The Guardian - UK · Sep 17, 2023

George Ford hopes drop-goal work with Jonny Wilkinson can be a World Cup weapon

Ford landed three drop-goals as England opened the tournament with a 27-10 rout of Argentina in Marseille last Saturday.

The Independent UK · Sep 16, 2023

Advantage England? Patience preached despite clamour for swagger

Questions about potency of attack remain but George Ford says resilience is still key in Sunday’s World Cup game with Japan

The Guardian - UK · Sep 16, 2023

‘They’re dangerous’: May warns England must stay sharp to avoid Japan upset

Jonny May says the fear of failure will motivate him as England seek their second victory of the World Cup against Japan

The Guardian - UK · Sep 16, 2023

Challenge to RFU leadership threatens to derail England’s Rugby World Cup campaign

Chief executive Sweeney and chairman Ilube have been accused of inadequate leadership

Evening Standard · Sep 16, 2023

New Zealand's Southee fractures bone to put World Cup in doubt

New Zealand pacer Tim Southee faces a race against time to be fit for the World Cup after dislocating and fracturing a bone in his right thumb less than three weeks before the start of the ODI World Cup in India. A timeline for his recovery yet to be established.

The Hindu · Sep 16, 2023

Jos Buttler insists England’s aging squad is not a ‘Dads Army’

England won their one day series against New Zealand at Lord’s

The Independent UK · Sep 16, 2023

England ponder Jason Roy conundrum as World Cup selection headaches linger

Dawid Malan’s fine performances against New Zealand have given Jos Buttler much to consider before flying to India

The Guardian - UK · Sep 16, 2023