England held an open training session at Twickenham to improve relations with fans – Andrew Boyers/Reuters Just over a week before England were due to take on Scotland and bid to go three from three to start this Six Nations, they held an open training session at Twickenham. An uplifting morning provided a glimpse into … Read more
Elliot Daly is a trusted lieutenant for Steve Borthwick – Getty Images/Bob Bradford Perhaps more than any other player, Elliot Daly personifies the selection issues facing Steve Borthwick; a dilemma that will come under fierce criticism as England close the Six Nations with three tough games. On the one hand, the 31-year-old offers World Cup … Read more
Jones, now 36, coached senior Irish players at the age of 29 – Getty Images/David Ramos Speaking to Felix Jones’ former coaches and teammates, it is clear that the new England defense coach has squeezed every last drop of potential out of himself as a player. “I think Felix would be the first to say … Read more
England’s defense was caught short in the opening 40 minutes in Rome, but they came through the test – Getty Images/Giampiero Sposito Growing pains: They can really hurt. And adopting a new approach will inevitably lead to ugly moments. Italy’s second try at the Stadio Olimpico, a flowing counter-attack that left Elliot Daly behind and … Read more
Immanuel Feyi-Waboso has scored five tries so far this Premiership season – Shutterstock/Simon King History tells us that highlight roles don’t always translate to Test caps when it comes to wingers. International coaches usually require more than explosive sidesteps, acrobatic feats and dazzling individual efforts in domestic competitions. Less glamorous qualities such as defensive positioning, … Read more