A Great Weekend for Knockout Rugby

A Great Weekend for Knockout Rugby

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Should Van Rensburg be in the England squad?

Steve Borthwick's latest England training squad includes Benhard Janse Van Rensburg, who has qualified on residency grounds. Does it make sense for him to be parachuted directly into the set up? Or is it a bad look for the RFU and their talent pipelines?Alfie Reynolds, Charlie Mo ...  Show more

Why did the RFU back Borthwick?

Despite England having their worst ever men's 6 Nations campaign why has an RFU review backed Steve Borthwick in his role as head coach?Alfie, Alex and Will discuss the RFU's decision, what needs to change for England and why the review process if so secretive.Plus, they chat abo ...  Show more

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