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Renowned defence coach Shaun Edwards says England boss Steve Borthwick turned down his offer to work with the side at the 2027 Rugby World Cup in Australia.

Six England players have been named in World Rugby's women's team of the year including prop Hannah Botterman, hooker Amy Cokayne and flanker Maddie Feaunati.

England head coach Steve Borthwick has named a 36-player squad for the forthcoming Nations Championship.

James Haskell has backed Steve Borthwick as "the right man for the job" as England prepare for the conclusion of the inaugural Nations Championship in November.

Steve Borthwick admits England need to bridge the gap between the Prem and Test rugby quickly if theyre to have a successful autumn campaign.

Steve Borthwick admits England need to bridge the gap between the Prem and Test rugby quickly if theyre to have a successful autumn campaign.

England's elimination from the World Cup was confirmed after Tonga beat Samoa 20-18 in the final group match.

The England boss has also outlined the qualities he wants in his final squad, while positional flexibility could open up opportunities for several players. The post Steve Borthwick: I know vast majority of my England sel...

Northampton Saints lock insists there are no lingering tensions with his England colleagues as Steve Borthwicks squad prepare for their autumn Tests. The post Alex Coles plays down tensions between England team-mates aft...

Jeremy Guscott weighs up Englands midfield and backline options, urging Steve Borthwick to unleash his exciting attacking centres and reward their club form. The post Jeremy Guscott: Its time for Englands backs to prove ...

The Sale Sharks centre is relishing the challenge of competing with Henry Slade and Will Joseph for a spot in Englands squad after three years away in France, where he believes he gained valuable experience against some ...

Claudia Moloney-MacDonald crossed four times on her return to the starting XV, while Mia Venner and Englands replacements also impressed in a dominant second-half display. The post USA 12-55 England: Nine-try Red Roses g...

Tom Pearson and Josh Kemeny impressed in a powerful response, while Fraser Dingwall also strengthened his case for a return to England contention. The post Northampton Saints 28-14 Gloucester: Phil Dowsons men bounce bac...

STEVE Borthwick has warned all English players time is running out to force themselves into the World Cup reckoning. By ADAM HATHAWAY The head coach believes he knows the lions share of the men he will take to Australia ...

By ADAM HATHAWAY Flying in: George Hendy scores for Northampton in their victory over Gloucester PICTURE: Getty Images ALEX Mitchell handed England a Halloween injury scare as he limped off 20 minutes into Northamptons 2...

By BEN JAYCOCK JOHN Mitchell praised Englands growing composure after the Red Roses bounced back from consecutive defeats to Canada with a 55-12 victory over USA in New Jersey. England led by just 10 points at half-time ...

The Red Roses head coach was pleased with his sides patience and control as they responded to consecutive defeats against Canada with a convincing WXV Global Series win. The post John Mitchell delighted by Englands patie...

The England A head coach believes the ability to limit opponents scoring is just as important as attacking ambition, with the programme helping players bridge the gap to Test rugby. The post Mark Mapletoft: Prem players ...

By BEN JAYCOCK ENGLAND A head coach Mark Mapletoft has warned that the Prems free-scoring stars must develop a greater appreciation of defence if they are to make the step up to international rugby. The one-cap England f...

THE RFU and Premiership Rugby have coolly distanced themselves from an immediate cross-border merger, stating that their resources are strictly dedicated to expanding the top flight with domestic clubs. The firm stance s...

By ADAM HATHAWAY JOE Marchant landed in Bagshot for the first time in three years last week - then set about learning rugby in English again. The centre ended his exile in France, with Stade Francais, in the summer with...

>Continued from front is a real bonus in those players and the other aspect is having quality character. You want good men that are going to be selfless and help the team and are then able to step in and do the job. That...