England

‘We are sorry’ – George apologises to supporters following record loss

England hooker Jamie George has apologised to fans as they left early as the home side crashed to a record defeat at the hands of France in the Guinness Six Nations.
12 March 2023

Owen Farrell: ‘This will make us have a good look at ourselves’

After a heavy 10-53 loss to France on Saturday evening, England captain Owen Farrell spoke about the defeat and where he and his teammates will put their focus ahead of Ireland next weekend in Dublin.
12 March 2023

'Big gap between England and top teams' - Steve Borthwick after defeat to France

England head coach Steve Borthwick admitted that he was incredibly disappointed following his side's record defeat against France in the fourth round of the Six Nations tournament at Twickenham Stadium on Saturday.
12 March 2023

France dominate dismal England 10-53 in Six Nations whitewash

It was a difficult day at Twickenham in the Guinness Six Nations as France ran riot against England, picking up a record 10-53 victory at the home of English rugby and leaving Steve Borthwick plenty of questions to ask ahead of Ireland next weekend in Dublin.
11 March 2023

Tobias Elliott Exclusive: ‘This year has been pretty surreal to me’

Steve Borthwick has a plethora of quality backs to choose from but below the senior team, U20s flyer Tobias Elliott is certainly making a name for himself. TRU's Joe Harvey chatted with the Saracens youngster.
10 March 2023

‘I pick players for the strengths they bring’ – Borthwick backs Smith selection for France

After selecting Marcus Smith over his captain, Owen Farrell, to start against France this weekend in the Guinness Six Nations, Steve Borthwick spoke about selection and picking the correct players for the correct opponents.
9 March 2023

Ludlam and Borthwick speak about ‘brilliant’ Genge ahead of Test captaincy debut

In England’s live press conference broadcast on YouTube, Steve Borthwick described his captain for this weekend’s clash with France as a “fantastic leader”, while Lewis Ludlam called his international teammate “brilliant”.
9 March 2023

Genge takes England captaincy as Farrell replaced by Smith for France clash

For England’s clash with France in the fourth round of the Guinness Six Nations, Steve Borthwick has dropped his captain, Owen Farrell, from the starting fly-half slot in favour of Marcus Smith.
9 March 2023

With spots up for debate Borthwick should stick with England back-row as World Cup approaches

With France coming this Saturday in the Guinness Six Nations, TRU’s Joe Harvey has taken a look at England’s back-row and why Steve Borthwick should stick with the combination of Lewis Ludlam, Jack Willis and Alex Dombrandt with just six games before the Rugby World Cup.
8 March 2023

Ospreys and Ealing Trailfinders merger on the table amid WRU financial struggles

With Ospreys and Ealing Trailfinders reportedly pondering the suggestion of a merger, TRU’s Joe Harvey has taken a look at the scenario surrounding the two teams as financial issues continue to dog Welsh rugby.
7 March 2023

Marcus Smith returns to England squad ahead of France clash

England head coach Steve Borthwick has recalled Harlequins fly-half Marcus Smith in the squad ahead of the fourth round of the Six Nations clash against France.
6 March 2023

'He did what Steve asked him' - Matson and Care heap praise on recalled Smith

Following Marcus Smith's Man of the Match performance in Harlequins' 40-5 win over Exeter Chiefs in Big Game 14, Tabai Matson and Danny Care spoke about the England fly-half ahead of his return to Steve Borthwick's Six Nations squad on Sunday.
5 March 2023

Fin Baxter Exclusive: Harlequins youngster talks childhood dreams, form & not being one dimensional

Ahead of taking part in Big Game 14 this weekend at Twickenham Stadium, young Harlequins prop Fin Baxter spoke to TRUs Joe Harvey about his career to date and turning the corner with the play-offs in sight.
3 March 2023

Red Roses Six Nations squad a look to the future by necessity for Middleton’s final act

Naming a 42-player squad for the TikTok Women’s Six Nations, Simon Middleton is on the hunt for a finish with a flourish as his time as Red Roses coach comes to a close this year.
2 March 2023

Hunt returns to England fray as Middleton names Red Roses training squad for TikTok Six Nations

Outgoing England Women head coach Simon Middleton has named a 42-player training squad for the 2023 TikTok Women’s Six Nations.
2 March 2023

Borthwick explains Smith omission as Matson and Care believe future is bright for fly-half

While it may well be a fallow week in the Guinness Six Nations, Steve Borthwick’s omission of Marcus Smith from a three-day training camp at Brighton College has certainly caused some commotion.
28 February 2023

England to face Italy in 2024 Six Nations opener

The 2024 Six Nations fixtures have been unveiled with France and Ireland locking horns with each other in the opener on 2nd February in Paris.
28 February 2023

Borthwick encourages Smith to play “Test rugby” for Harlequins after squad omission

After leaving Marcus Smith out of his 26-man squad taking part in a three-day training camp in Brighton, England head coach Steve Borthwick has encouraged the Harlequins fly-half to go out and play “Test match” rugby against Exeter Chiefs this Saturday.
28 February 2023

Match Centre: Wales 10-20 England

England managed to hold off Wales as they revived their Six Nations campaign with a 10-20 win in the third round in Cardiff on Saturday.
25 February 2023

Alex Dombrandt: ‘We’re under no illusions that it’s going to be a tough challenge’

Ahead of England’s trip to Wales, Harlequins No. 8 Alex Dombrandt spoke about his return to Cardiff, the famous Principality Stadium crowd and silencing their opponents.
24 February 2023