Borthwick taking positives from 'frustrating' Autumn Series
1 week ago by Ultimate RugbyEngland ensured they ended 2024 on a high note as they claimed a 59-14 victory over Japan, and coach Steve Borthwick is taking the positives from a difficult Autumn Nations Series. Borthwick's team lost...
Match Preview: Japan vs England
1 week ago by Ultimate RugbyEngland conclude their autumn internationals against Japan at Twickenham. Steve Borthwick's side are bidding to end a frustrating campaign on a positive note after defeats against New Zealand, Australia...
'Playing for England is the Mecca' according to Itoje amid global breakaway talk
1 week ago by Ultimate RugbyMaro Itoje has reaffirmed his commitment to England amid talks of a proposed global breakaway league. Steve Borthwick’s side are looking to end their five-match losing run when they face Japan in...
England vs South Africa: A statistical look
2 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbyThe second full round of fixtures in this year’s Autumn Nations Series saw a mix of tight clashes and resounding victories – we take a look at some of the key stats from the weekend. After...
Borthwick concedes 'these are painful days' after Springboks defeat
2 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbySteve Borthwick was left "incredibly disappointed and frustrated" following England's defeat by South Africa, conceding "these are painful days". England suffered their fifth successive Test...
'A load of good stuff being done' Steve Borthwick
2 weeks ago by Ultimate Rugby🗣️ "Everyone in this camp is incredibly disappointed"🏴 @EnglandRugby head coach Steve Borthwick details his side's undoings after their historic loss to South Africa#AutumnNationsSeries...
England side to play Springboks
2 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbyHead coach Steve Borthwick has named his team to face South Africa at Allianz Stadium on Saturday 16 November. There are four changes to the starting side that was narrowly beaten by Australia...
England coach Richard Wigglesworth uncertain about Felix Jones' role in preparations for South Africa clash.
2 weeks ago by The Irish TimesEngland's players and assistant coach Richard Wigglesworth have had no communication with Felix Jones ahead of Saturday's match against South Africa, despite his inside knowledge of the Springboks. Jones...
Springboks aiming to have 'two best teams in the world', says Esterhuizen
3 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbySouth Africa centre Andre Esterhuizen said that the Springboks are aiming to have "the two best teams in the world" ahead of their Autumn Nations Series clash against England. The world champions...
'Brutal' Australia review exactly what England needed, says Sleightholme
3 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbyOllie Sleightholme described England's review of their late defeat to Australia as "brutal", but insisted it was exactly what the squad needed. England had led by 12 points and then trailed by 10...