Lawrence Dallaglio: the Government is failing excluded children Schools are failing too many, says Lawrence Dallaglio. He tells Robbie Griffiths about his campaign and his ES rugby podcast Evening Standard · Apr 18, 2024
Shooting for the stars: young guns are lighting up this year’s Six Nations From Le Garrec’s mega pass to the mesmerising Menoncello and the mighty Martin, a new wave of impressive young talent is making its mark The Guardian - UK · Mar 12, 2024
Borthwick must decide whether to stick or twist with this England side Head coach may have nothing to lose in promoting younger players as ageing servants tread water against better teams The Guardian - UK · Feb 25, 2024
England need spirit of 2003 to repeat feat of rugby world domination Lawrence Dallaglio and Martin Johnson look, 20 years on, at the World Cup win and steps the current squad must take Evening Standard · Nov 22, 2023
Performing under pressure – remembering England’s dramatic 2003 World Cup win Rugby World Cup glory for England after extra-time thriller. The Independent UK · Nov 22, 2023
From Jonny to the Fun Bus – lessons from England’s 2003 World Cup heroes Like characters from our most-loved sitcoms, Martin Johnson’s World Cup winners have a timeless quality yet to be recast The Guardian - UK · Nov 21, 2023
On this day in 2011: Martin Johnson resigns as England team manager Johnson left the role after three-and-a-half years in the position. The Independent UK · Nov 16, 2023
On This Day in 2008 – Steve Borthwick named England captain by Martin Johnson Borthwick had been skipper three times earlier in the year. The Independent UK · Oct 27, 2023
Beloved vs unloved: Contrasting captains Kolisi and Cane collide in Rugby World Cup final Siya Kolisi is adored by Springboks fans while Sam Cane battles for affection from the All Blacks faithful but both skippers have the same goal in Paris on Saturday The Independent UK · Oct 26, 2023
Beloved vs unloved: Contrasting captains collide in Rugby World Cup final Siya Kolisi is adored by Springboks fans while Sam Cane battles for affection from the All Blacks faithful but both skippers have the same goal in Paris on Saturday The Independent UK · Oct 25, 2023
Grand Slammers review – can prisoners help turn things round for dejected England rugby legends? ITV’s new series is supposedly an inspirational sports show about prison inmates being trained by England’s 2003 champions. But it can’t keep its focus off the celebs The Guardian - UK · Sep 27, 2023
That is not my story – Joe Marler and Danny Cipriani differ on rugby’s mavericks In Cipriani’s autobiography, he suggests his face did not fit in the sport. The Independent UK · Sep 13, 2023
Joe Marler enjoys England’s freedom of expression under Steve Borthwick Steve Borthwick allows players freedom to express themselves, unlike in previous regimes, believes the veteran prop Joe Marler The Guardian - UK · Sep 13, 2023
Danny Cipriani: ‘I wasn’t a maverick. I was a decision maker’ Former England international talks to Donald McRae about conservatism stifling rugby union, grappling with grief and rediscovering his sense of self The Guardian - UK · Sep 13, 2023
Evening Standard · Sep 8, 2023 Rugby World Cup: Steve Borthwick faces huge challenge as England’s finest thrive elsewhere The likes of Shaun Edwards, Andy Farrell and Mike Catt will all be serving England’s rivals in France in a sober reminder of the RFU’s disarray
The Independent UK · Apr 16, 2023 On this day in 2008: Martin Johnson named England team manager The World Cup-winning captain could not replicate his on-field success in his management role.
Wales Online · Feb 11, 2023 BBC pundits tear into 'clueless' Wales as Jiffy identifies 'huge problem' in Scotland defeat Wales suffered a second consecutive Six Nations defeat
Evening Standard · Feb 10, 2023 Steve Borthwick ignoring outside noise over Owen Farrell-Marcus Smith debate after Italy Six Nations call England coach vows to listen most closely to coaches Kevin Sinfield and Nick Evans on divisive topic
The Guardian - UK · Feb 10, 2023 England’s Borthwick drops Smith for Italy clash and empathises with ‘hurt’ Head coach Steve Borthwick has broken up the Smith-Farrell partnership for Sunday’s Six Nations match against Italy
The Independent UK · Feb 2, 2023 Rugby stars to cycle 555 miles in 48 hours for Doddie Weir fundraising event Doddie Aid has raised £1.5 million for motor neurone disease research so far this year.
The Guardian - UK · Jan 29, 2023 Dreams and regrets fuel Steve Borthwick’s coaching philosophy Bad experiences from his playing days have shaped England head coach’s approach ahead of his first Six Nations
Evening Standard · Jan 14, 2023 Lawrence Dallaglio backs new England coach Steve Borthwick to move Owen Farrell as captain Lawrence Dallaglio believes Owen Farrell should be England’s “spiritual leader” – but not captain under Steve Borthwick.
Wales Online · Dec 16, 2022 The contenders to be Wales captain under Gatland including the real bolt from the blue choice he may go for Gatland will spend much of Christmas planning the way forward for Wales and who he chooses as captain will be a key decision
The Guardian - UK · Nov 28, 2022 Doddie Weir obituary Scotland and Lions rugby player who became a campaigner after being diagnosed with motor neurone disease
The Independent UK · Oct 29, 2022 England scrum-half Jack van Poortvliet inspired by Martin Johnson meeting Van Poortvliet is out to keep his hold on the number nine jersey heading into next year’s World Cup