Steve Borthwick demands different mindset for different Six Nations results
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyEngland have underperformed in the tournament in recent years under Borthwick and his predecessor Eddie Jones. Steve Borthwick admits England’s recent record in the Guinness Six Nations is unacceptable...
Team news: Harlequins squad to face Ulster
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyHarlequins have named Joe Marler in the starting squad for Saturday’s Investec Champions Cup match against Ulster Rugby at a sold-out Twickenham Stoop (KO 13:00). The England international, who...
Topsy Ojo: Time is right for England boss Steve Borthwick to introduce new blood
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyBorthwick named seven uncapped players in the 35-man training camp ahead of next month’s Guinness Six Nations Topsy Ojo believes now is the right time for Steve Borthwick to freshen up his England...
Exeter boss backing ‘calm character’ Immanuel Feyi-Waboso to thrive with England
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyChiefs wing is pushing hard for England Six Nations selection. Exeter boss Rob Baxter has backed “calm character” Immanuel Feyi-Waboso to make the most of his opportunity with England. The...
Steve Borthwick urges Jamie George to be his own man as England captain
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyGeorge was chosen ahead of nearest rivals Ellis Genge and Maro Itoje. Jamie George has been told to put his own stamp on the captaincy after being entrusted to lead a revamped England squad into the Guinness...
Warren Gatland ‘no idea’ if Louis Rees-Zammit will return to rugby after NFL bid
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyRees-Zammit’s rugby union career comes to a halt after winning 32 Wales caps. Wales boss Warren Gatland admits he has “no idea” if Louis Rees-Zammit will play rugby union again following...
Leicester's George Martin faces short-term stint on sidelines
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyLeicester Tigers lock George Martin has been ruled out for a number of weeks with a minor knee injury. Martin, outside-back Anthony Watson and scrumhalf Jack van Poortvliet will...
Borthwick names 36-player Guinness Six Nations training squad
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyEngland men’s head coach Steve Borthwick has named a 36-player training squad for the forthcoming 2024 Guinness Men's Six Nations Championship which begins on Saturday 3 February when England play...
Ellis Genge gives England a fitness boost ahead of the Six Nations
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyThe front-row forward is close to a return from his hamstring injury. Ellis Genge is “ready to go” for England in their Guinness Six Nations campaign, according to Bristol boss Pat Lam. The...
England prop Mako Vunipola announces international retirement
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyThe 32-year-old won 79 caps for England and also represented the British and Irish Lions in nine Tests. England prop Mako Vunipola has announced his retirement from international rugby. Vunipola amassed...
