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England to confirm Steve Borthwick as new head coach after Leicester talks breakthrough

Twickenham chiefs are finally confident of striking a deal with Leicester to allow Steve Borthwick to become England head coach.

Evening Standard

Jones sacking only proves English arrogance when it comes to rugby - Martin Hannan

It was after watching their World Cup quarter-final loss to France that the Welshman with whom I was sharing a dollop of schadenfreude gave this…

The National (Scotland)

WRU chief admits there is no guarantee all four regions will survive after financial 'wake-up call' for rugby in England

Welsh Rugby Union chief executive Steve Phillips wants four regions but admits it'd be naive 'not to look at what's happened across the Bridge'

Wales Online

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Tonight's rugby news as Jamie Roberts launches bid for job in England that's decided by players

The latest rugby news stories and headlines from Wales and beyond

Wales Online

Panels, commissions and Premiership format: Simon Massie-Taylor pledges major English club rugby reforms

Simon Massie-Taylor has pledged to usher in wide-ranging reforms to change the face of English club rugby.

Evening Standard

Clarity, dynamism and attacking spark: the priorities for Borthwick and England

The Six Nations is just around the corner and the new head coach will need time to grasp the nettle and make a statement

The Guardian - UK

Steve Borthwick breaks silence over England head coach gig after Eddie Jones' sacking

Leicester Tigers head coach Steve Borthwick has been approached by the RFU to take over from Eddie Jones, following the Australian's sacking after a dire run of form

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Premiership clubs hopeful Steve Borthwick’s England regime will herald selection change

Senior figures at Premiership clubs are hoping the new England regime will offer a more inclusive outlook towards selection and growth.

Evening Standard

Eddie Jones lined up for rapid return to Twickenham with the Barbarians

The sacked coach could take charge of the invitational side in May as there is no clause in the RFU severance package preventing Jones from taking the job

The Guardian - UK

Steve Borthwick can ‘show pathway for English coaches’ says Rob Baxter

Exeter’s Rob Baxter said his rival with Leicesteer has earned a shot at the England job as he revealed his surprise at the timing of Eddie Jones sacking

The Guardian - UK

Tonight's rugby news as Warren Gatland suffers Six Nations blow before he's arrived

The latest rugby news stories and headlines from Wales and beyond

Wales Online

Eddie Jones urged to make emotional Australia return with Wallabies chiefs 'interested'

Eddie Jones is now a free agent after being sacked as England boss following an RFU review - and has been tipped for an immediate return to his native Australia

Daily Mirror

Eddie Jones' England sacking branded 'big mistake' - "Silliest thing they could do"

Eddie Jones was sacked by England following an underwhelming recent run, but Australian legend Matt Giteaubelieves the decision to dismiss the former coach was the wrong one.

Daily Mirror

England to step up Steve Borthwick pursuit as talks begin with Leicester over Eddie Jones’ replacement

England will push to appoint Steve Borthwick as their new head coach within the next week.

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Daily Mirror

Eddie Jones insisted on key change to RFU statement before being sacked as England coach

England's most successful rugby coach was keen that fans knew he was sacked and hadn't walked away from the job after over seven years in charge of the national side

Wales Online

Today's rugby news as former Wales attack coach feels no pity for Pivac and Ospreys defence guru absent from duty

The latest rugby news and headlines during a week of significant change and upheaval

The Guardian - UK

RFU sends Jones packing but English rugby’s problems won’t go with him

Surely you would not sack the most successful coach you’ve ever had without a clear idea for the future. So what is the RFU’s grand plan, exactly?

Daily Mirror

Steve Borthwick to take charge of England for Six Nations after swift Eddie Jones exit

Steve Borthwick is set to replace Eddie Jones after the Australian was sacked as England head coach following an RFU review into the Red Rose's dismal autumn series

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Evening Standard

From Grand Slam glory to Yokohama heartbreak: Eddie Jones’ highs and lows as England tenure ends

Eddie Jones has been sacked by the RFU after seven years as England head coach.

The Independent UK

Charlatan or savant? The Eddie Jones question that will now never be answered

England were right to take the huge risk of sacking Jones just nine months before a World Cup but it leaves some frustrating uncertainty

The Guardian - UK

From magician to misfit: where it all went wrong for Eddie Jones

The wizard from Oz’s early highs seem a long time ago, with staff worn down and stodgy rugby failing to appease fans

Daily Mirror

England were told of Steve Borthwick's qualities six months before axing Eddie Jones

The RFU pulled the trigger and axed Eddie Jones on Tuesday with boss Bill Sweeney making a call to Leicester Tigers for boss Steve Borthwick

The Independent UK

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

Richard Cockerill’s time in interim charge is expected to be short.

Wales Online

RFU invest £7m to make rugby more female-friendly ahead of 2025 World Cup on home soil

The fund will see the RFU offer a dedicated funding stream for sanitary provision and female-friendly toilets for the first time

The Independent UK

RFU rejects appeals from Wasps and Worcester over relegation from Premiership

The clubs can now appeal to an independent panel.

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