With England’s open game of the Autumn Nations Series just over a week away, Owen Farrell spoke about Eddie Jones’ new-look side, his form and developing a relationship with Harlequins’ Marcus Smith.
Following the announcement of his 34-man squad for the Autumn Nations Series, Eddie Jones discussed the trends we are seeing in rugby at the moment and how he sees the game being played over the next month.
England have received a much-needed boost ahead of their autumn international campaign with Saracens director of rugby Mark McCall declaring Maro Itoje fit.
England coach Eddie Jones has left out Saracens trio Mako, Billy Vunipola, Jamie George along with Leicester Tigers fly-half George Ford in the 34-man squad for the upcoming autumn internationals.
Ewers missed the conclusion of the 2020/21 season through suspension, and having also returned from injury, the Exeter forward is now focused on helping the Chiefs reach the top again.
Dylan Hartley has backed Owen Farrell to lead England at the 2023 Rugby World Cup and feels the Saracens man and rising star Marcus Smith can form a formidable creative partnership.
Australia head coach Dave Rennie said he is hopeful of having Louis Lynagh in the green and gold jersey despite England coach Eddie Jones naming him in an extended squad for the autumn internationals.
Mark McCall expressed confidence on Saracens trio of Jamie George, Mako Vunipola and Billy Vunipola to bounce back after they were omitted from England's training squad ahead of the autumn internationals.
With BUCS Super Rugby kicking off this week and the university game clicking back into life, the recognition this level of the sport is receiving is only increasing.
After announcing a 45-man squad for a short training camp at The Lensbury, England head coach Eddie Jones may have signalled his intent as attentions begin to turn to France in two years time.