Marcus Smith to start at full-back as Owen Farrell returns for England to face Chile at Rugby World Cup Smith had never played in the position before the summer but will start in Lille on Saturday Evening Standard · Sep 21, 2023
Romanian steel: how Theo Dan’s grandfather forged his love for rugby The England hooker has gone from Ampthill in the Championship to the World Cup The Guardian - UK · Sep 19, 2023
George Ford’s long-hanging, grass-finding kicks can leave Japan chasing shadows With Ford, Owen Farrell and the attack coach Richard Wigglesworth on song together, England have a trio who can lay down a winning strategy The Guardian - UK · Sep 16, 2023
Billy Vunipola ‘looks good to go’ for England after brutal training regime Vunipola has received special attention from head of strength and conditioning Aled Walters. The Independent UK · Sep 12, 2023
Maro Itoje backs England to rise to World Cup occasion: ‘We know who we are’ Saracens lock is confident of beating Argentina in Saturday’s crucial Pool D opener despite a woeful warm-up campaign Evening Standard · Sep 8, 2023
Toothless England look to leaders in search of unlikely Rugby World Cup triumph Beaten finalists four years ago would appear to have limited hope of a deep tournament run The Independent UK · Sep 8, 2023
England Rugby World Cup 2023 squad guide: Lawrence Dallaglio’s verdict on every player Steve Borthwick faces an incredible learning curve but his side might just surprise in France, says 2003 champion Evening Standard · Sep 7, 2023
Why has it all gone wrong for England since the last men’s Rugby World Cup? Only four years after fielding the youngest team in a final, there are myriad reasons why England have arrived in France in crisis The Guardian - UK · Sep 1, 2023
Maggie Alphonsi: ‘There weren’t many black girls like me who played rugby’ The former England flanker tells Donald McRae how social media trolls motivate her to keep going in her quest to bring diversity to rugby union The Guardian - UK · Aug 28, 2023
England suffer double Rugby World Cup injury blow with Anthony Watson ruled out Beleaguered England’s Rugby World Cup preparations have been dealt yet another blow with key winger Anthony Watson ruled out of the tournament with a calf injury. Evening Standard · Aug 24, 2023
Steve Borthwick faces a mammoth task as England problems continue to mount ahead of Rugby World Cup Farce after farce has left Red Rose with it all to do Evening Standard · Aug 23, 2023
England pledge to stand by Billy Vunipola after red card against Ireland throws World Cup into doubt Saracens back row sent off for head-high tackle on Andrew Porter Evening Standard · Aug 19, 2023
What next for Owen Farrell? Red card hearing explained after World Rugby appeal Owen Farrell will face a second hearing following an appeal from World Rugby after his red card was initially rescinded The Independent UK · Aug 18, 2023
England coach Steve Borthwick says Owen Farrell target of ‘personal attacks’ World Rugby has appealed against the decision to rescind Farrell’s red card for a dangerous tackle. The Independent UK · Aug 17, 2023
Evening Standard · Aug 17, 2023 England to omit Owen Farrell from Ireland lineup as World Rugby ponder appeal against red card rescinding Threat of a World Cup ban not yet over for the Saracens fly-half as independent disciplinary decision could face challenge
Evening Standard · Aug 15, 2023 Owen Farrell: Kevin Sinfield hopes England captain avoids David Beckham treatment after red card controversy Captain will be able avaialable for immediate World Cup selection after dismissal was rescinded
Evening Standard · Aug 13, 2023 Owen Farrell to learn World Cup fate as disciplinary hearing set after Wales red card England captain could be banned for four weeks after a high tackle on Taine Basham at Twickenham
The Independent UK · Aug 11, 2023 We’re on the edge of something – Ben Earl says England out to show true colours England take on Wales at Twickenham on Saturday.
Evening Standard · Aug 11, 2023 Jamie George ‘gutted’ as Ben Earl avoids unwanted England record against Wales Sarries flanker makes first start as Steve Borthwick turns to the heavy hitters
Evening Standard · Aug 11, 2023 Steve Borthwick valuing England versatility with Elliot Daly set for World Cup starting audition Cast into the Test wilderness by Eddie Jones, the Saracens favourite could now have a major role to play in France
The Guardian - UK · Aug 11, 2023 Borthwick puts faith in Saracens spine as England aim for redemption England coach, who can ill-afford to lose to Wales in next World Cup warm-up, knows the impact a Saracens core can have
Evening Standard · Aug 10, 2023 England: Steve Borthwick issues withering dismissal of Warren Gatland’s fitness claims Steve Borthwick has offered a withering dismissal of Warren Gatland’s criticism of the England Test team’s fitness levels.
Evening Standard · Aug 10, 2023 England vs Wales: Owen Farrell returns to line-up as Henry Arundell given chance to impress Owen Farrell will captain a potent England team to face Wales at Twickenham on Saturday, with Henry Arundell starting on the wing.
Evening Standard · Aug 8, 2023 Ben Earl: Determination finally pays dividends with Rugby World Cup call Now that he has dispatched the elephant in the room, Ben Earl will chase a Rugby World Cup starting berth.
Evening Standard · Aug 8, 2023 England: How Billy Vunipola pulled off six-month charm offensive to win Rugby World Cup spot Billy Vunipola launched a six-month charm offensive to win Steve Borthwick round and earn Rugby World Cup selection.