Number eight Sam Simmonds thriving in second spell with England
Sam Simmonds is enjoying the second phase of his international career having learned to become comfortable in his own skin as an England number eight armed with a unique skill set.
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Home advantage means England’s Joe Marler does not feel like an underdog
Eddie Jones may have installed England as underdogs for Saturday’s Guinness Six Nations title collision with Ireland but Joe Marler insists they can only be favourites when playing at Twickenham.
Underhill's hopes of England return against Ireland dashed
England flanker Sam Underhill has been released from the squad preparing for the crucial Six Nations fixture with Ireland at Twickenham on Saturday, ending his hopes of a first cap since the autumn internationals following illness and a hip injury.
Joe Marler says things are serious in the England camp ahead of Ireland showdown
Joe Marler has revealed that England’s training sessions have become edgier in anticipation of the step up presented by Ireland in Saturday’s Guinness Six Nations clash.
Steve Borthwick reacts as Leicester Tigers make up a FIFTH of England squad
Steve Borthwick has shared his delight in Leicester Tigers contributing a FIFTH of the England squad that is preparing to face Ireland this weekend.
Marler eager for 'clean bar brawl' with Ireland
Joe Marler has revealed that England's training sessions have become edgier in anticipation of the step up presented by Ireland in Saturday's Guinness Six Nations clash. The losing side at Twickenham will be eliminated from the title race heading into the final round with Grand Slam-chasing France completing the trio of rivals battling to seize Wales' crown. England face their toughest assignments of the Championship starting against Andy Farrell's Ireland, who find themselves in the rare position of being favourites in the eyes of bookmakers as well as Eddie Jones.
Eddie Jones insists Ireland are the most ‘cohesive’ team in world rugby
Eddie Jones has branded Ireland “the most cohesive side in the world” in installing Andy Farrell’s men as favourites for Saturday’s Six Nations showdown at Twickenham.
Eddie Jones: Ireland structure enables Johnny Sexton to operate at highest level
Eddie Jones insists only the Ireland structure could enable Johnny Sexton to continue operating at the highest level as he prepares England to face the most effective system in world rugby.