World Rugby U20 Championship

Jimmy Staples and England ready for physically demanding semi-final against hard-edged South Africa

England's Under-20s take on the reigning Junior World Champions on Monday evening, and Harlequins youngster Staples is relishing the challenge.
13 July 2026

‘Time to put our best foot forward’: Nick Lilley on England's U20 hopes, different environments and Exeter's shift in mentality

The England centre is one of the more experienced names in this year's Under-20s squad, with Andy Titterrell's side beginning their campaign against Ireland on Saturday.
25 June 2026

Olamide Sodeke Interview: 'What we make of World U20s will be a good metric of where we are as people'

Exclusive: The towering forward says England Under-20s must show the right attitude in what remains of the World Championship after seeing their title defence come to an end.
14 July 2025

England Under-20s aim to ‘increase efficiency’ in attack

Interview: TRU’s Charles Rylands catches up with coach Will Parkin to explore how England’s attack can ignite.
9 July 2025

Kane James Exclusive: “To see Henry play for us to skyrocketing into the Lions is pretty cool”

The England Under-20s back-row on the rise of his former teammate Henry Pollock, his own experiences which led to a Premiership debut and the latest challenge against South Africa.
4 July 2025

England Under-20s ready to ‘create own stories’ as they gear up for world title defence

Only eight players remain from last year’s triumphant squad and while 2024’s success can act as motivation, Mark Mapletoft’s side are also out to create their own memories.
22 June 2025

Alfie Longstaff Interview: “I have developed so much - Sometimes you just need to get stuck in”

The Sale Sharks youngster, who is following in the footsteps of the likes of Asher Opoku-Fordjour.
11 June 2025