England Rugby World Cup squad announcement: Steve Borthwick names 33-man party
England head coach Steve Borthwick named his Rugby World Cup squad today.
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Slade left out of England's World Cup squad
Henry Slade has been left out of England's World Cup squad in an unexpected selection twist from head coach Steve Borthwick.
Slade misses out as England name World Cup squad
LONDON :Centre Henry Slade had been dropped from England's squad for the Rugby World Cup in France, heading the list of high-profile omissions as coach Steve Borthwick named his 33-man selection for the tournament on Monday.
Wales v England live: Kick-off time, team news and latest score updates
Wales' Rugby World Cup preparations go up several notches today as they face England in Cardiff in the first of three warm-up matches.
Flyhalf Smith to start for England against Wales
Mercurial Marcus Smith will get the opportunity to impress for England ahead of the Rugby World Cup when he starts at flyhalf in Saturday’s warm-up fixture against Wales in Cardiff, with three more players in line to debut.
Overseas players should be available for England – Rugby Players' Association
Players based at overseas clubs should be available for England selection under a temporary lifting of the current restriction enforced by the Rugby Football Union, according to the Rugby Players' Association.
Marcus Smith warns Premiership must change to avoid player exodus
Marcus Smith has revealed his ambition to play abroad in the future but has outlined ways to make the Premiership a more attractive place for England stars amid fears the Harlequins fly-half could join the growing player exodus next year.
'Victim of financial struggles' - Jack Willis signs new three-year Toulouse deal to cast doubt on England career
England flanker Jack Willis has signed fresh terms at French club Toulouse, putting pen to paper on a new three-year deal. His contract was due to expire after the current season following his move from Wasps in November, but his extension could mean he is banned from representing England.