Steve Borthwick left pondering World Cup squad after Wales loss
Steve Borthwick will reveal his squad record for the 2023 Rugby World Cup on Monday morning, as England rugby hope to enhance on latest showings and go deep into the event in France. England have been crushed finalists in 2019, South Africa successful in Japan on that event, whereas their solely win so far within the World Cup got here again in 2003.
This time round, the motion begins in early September and Borthwick’s squad have been drawn in Pool D together with Japan, Argentina, Samoa and Chile.
It is anticipated that Henry Slade would be the greatest shock omission from Borthwick’s record, whereas Jamie Blamire and Joe Cokanasiga may be disregarded after failing to impress sufficient towards Wales in defeat final day trip. Follow the England squad reveal beneath:
Who’s on the aircraft? England Rugby World Cup squad prediction
The chosen 33 will assemble at Twickenham on Monday morning. Here’s a have a look at the squad that Borthwick may choose.
Jack Rathborn7 August 2023 07:45
England endure Wales setback forward of Rugby World Cup 2023 squad announcement
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Jack Rathborn7 August 2023 07:21
England to announce Rugby World Cup 2023 squad
Good morning and welcome to the Independent’s stay protection of England’s announcement for his or her Rugby World Cup 2023 squad.
It’s an enormous day for Steve Borthwick, who has made some powerful calls over the past 24 hours.
There will likely be a number of disillusioned gamers, denied the possibility to shine on the large stage in France.
And after defeat to Wales final weekend, Borthwick is underneath strain to rapidly decide up momentum within the remaining warm-up video games.
Follow for stay updates and build-up, a full squad record and response to the information later this morning.
Jack Rathborn7 August 2023 07:12