Borthwick's autumn questions as World Cup looms
Summary
England coach Steve Borthwick named a 36-player training squad for November Tests against Australia, Japan and New Zealand, with the 2027 Rugby World Cup less than a year away. The squad includes recalls and two uncapped players, while injuries and uncertainty over the centres may affect England’s selections.Key Facts
- England will play Australia on 8 November, Japan on 14 November and New Zealand on 21 November.
- The 2027 Rugby World Cup will take place in Australia next October.
- Joe Marchant was recalled, and Gloucester centre Will Joseph was selected after a strong start to the season.
- Uncapped players Archie McParland and Kepu Tuipulotu were named in the training squad.
- England have won three of their past eight matches.
- Benhard Janse van Rensburg is unavailable, while Seb Atkinson and Immanuel Feyi-Waboso are on the rehabilitation list.
- Fly-half Fin Smith has a calf injury that is not thought to be serious; Charlie Atkinson was called up.
- The article says selection behind the scrum, especially at centre, remains uncertain.
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